Chris Packham

Chris Packham, People's Walk for Wildlife 2018 (44125363624) (cropped)

English naturalist, nature photographer, television presenter and author

Chris Packham

Name	Chris Packham
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Birth date	Birth date -1st March 1966
Birth place	Southampton, Hampshire, England
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Occupation	Naturalist, nature photographer, television presenter, author
Years active	1986–present
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Known for	The Really Wild Show, Springwatch, Autumnwatch, Winterwatch
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Christopher Gary Packham (born 4 May 1961) is an English naturalist, nature photographer, television presenter, and author. He is best known for his work on the BBC nature series The Really Wild Show and the Springwatch series.

Early life and education

Chris Packham was born in Southampton, Hampshire, England. He attended Bitterne Park School and later studied at the University of Southampton, where he obtained a degree in Zoology.

Career

Television

Packham began his television career in 1986, presenting the children's nature series The Really Wild Show on the BBC. He later became a regular presenter on the Springwatch series, which includes Autumnwatch and Winterwatch. These programs focus on the changing seasons and the impact on wildlife in the United Kingdom.

Photography

In addition to his television work, Packham is an accomplished nature photographer. His photography has been featured in various exhibitions and publications. He has also authored several books on wildlife and photography.

Writing

Packham has written numerous books, including Fingers in the Sparkle Jar, an autobiographical account of his early life and passion for wildlife. His writing often focuses on conservation issues and the importance of protecting natural habitats.

Personal life

Packham has been open about his struggles with Asperger syndrome, a condition on the autism spectrum. He is an advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken publicly about his experiences.

He is in a long-term relationship with Charlotte Corney, the owner of the Isle of Wight Zoo. He has a stepdaughter, Megan McCubbin, who has also appeared on Springwatch.

Conservation work

Packham is a passionate advocate for wildlife conservation. He has been involved in various campaigns to protect endangered species and habitats. He is a vice-president of the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) and a patron of several other wildlife organizations.

Awards and recognition

Packham has received numerous awards for his work in conservation and broadcasting. He was awarded the British Trust for Ornithology's Dilys Breese Medal in 2011 and was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2019 New Year Honours for services to nature conservation.

See also

• Springwatch
• Autumnwatch
• Winterwatch
• The Really Wild Show
• Asperger syndrome
• RSPB