Christopher Gary Packham CBE (born 4 May 1961) is an English naturalist, nature photographer, television presenter, and author, best known for his television work including the CBBC children’s nature series The Really Wild Show from 1986 to 1995.
Packham was born in Southampton, Hampshire on 4 May 1961. He was educated at Bitterne Park Secondary School, Taunton’s College, and the University of Southampton, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology. After graduating, he canceled his study toward a Doctorate of Philosophy to train as a wildlife cameraman.
Is Chris Packham A Vegetarian?
Yes, the 59-year-old TV presenter still adopts a vegan lifestyle. Given that Chris Packham is a conservationist and wildlife campaigner, it would make sense for him to adopt a vegan diet.
In 1983, Packham was a part-time camera assistant for wildlife filmmaker Stephen Bolwell working with him on A Toad’s Tale. From 1983–1985, he worked on The Living Planet series and The Living Isles for the BBC and Ourselves and Other Animals, a series for Channel 4.