John Edward Gray wrote nearly 500 papers, including many descriptions of species new to science. These had been presented to the Museum by collectors from around the world, and included all branches of zoology, although Gray usually left the descriptions of new birds to his younger brother and colleague George. Gray was also active in malacology, the study of molluscs. John Edward Gray was buried at St Mary's Church, Lewisham. Gray was one of the most prolific taxonomists in the history of zoology. He described more than 300 species and subspecies of reptiles, only surpassed by his successors at the British Museum, George
European Federation for Primatology of primates which belong to these institutions account for about 2000 non-human primates. The purpose of the Federation is: The aims of all affiliated societies or groups are identical to those of the International Primatological Society, IPS: Protection of captive primates, i.e. the improvement of their well-being, is one of the most important activities within EFP. Therefore, EFP promotes dialogue with all people involved in primatology and studies providing scientific evidence on primate welfare issues. The EFP is a member of IPS. The Secretary is nominated to the President of the IPS for appointment as the Regional Secretary for Europe