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Chris Packham addresses disagreement with BBC co-star: “We work in very different ways”

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Chris Packham, a host on the show Springwatch, shared insights into his friendship with fellow presenter Michaela Strachan. He described them as longtime friends, even though they may have the odd difference of opinion.

Originally collaborating on The Really Wild Show during the ’90s, this dynamic pair is now preparing for their role in the special 20th-anniversary edition of Springwatch.

Next Monday, the 26th of May, I’m thrilled to share that a special anniversary series about wildlife is set to premiere on BBC Two, featuring three weeks of captivating nature documentaries from the breathtaking landscapes of the National Trust’s Longshaw Estate in the Peak District. I can hardly wait!

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Prior to the upcoming series, Chris looked back on his longstanding friendship with Michaela, sharing with _OK! Magazine_,”We are close friends.

He went on to say: “Given our long-standing relationship, there might be instances where we don’t see eye to eye on certain matters. In such cases, the audience might perceive us as having a disagreement, which could lead them to think, ‘Oh dear, it seems the presenters are at odds!’

We don’t let disagreements ruin things for us. We don’t need to see eye-to-eye on everything. Instead, we choose to keep going. It’s beneficial that we’ve been reliable friends for a long time, but also significant is the fact that we each handle our work in unique ways.

Michaela added her thoughts as well, stating, “Besides being friends, we’ve shared our private lives with each other. Moreover, many people have seen us grow up on television.

In Chris’ words, he emphasized that Springwatch is a show that allows us to pause and appreciate the small, often overlooked aspects of life that we might not have given much thought to before.

He continued, “What intrigues me are things I wasn’t aware of before, like tree slugs for example. As a child, I noticed slimy trails on trees, but I never took the time to figure out what they were.

Later, it was mentioned that these animals dwell on the ground during daylight hours but move to tree tops at night. This fact struck everyone as truly astonishing.

In the meantime, Michaela expressed her opinion that the show matters significantly as global warming has dramatically altered our environment, resulting in a rapid decline of wildlife.

She added: “Throughout my time hosting this show, I’ve discovered that it’s increasingly challenging to locate wildlife for filming, even in areas specifically designed for wildlife preservation. Sometimes, we still face difficulties, not just in managed reserves.

It seems crucial to maintain connections between people, and I believe this is key. This connection extends beyond human interaction; it involves linking individuals with nature, helping them understand the significance of wildlife, and demonstrating the positive impact it has on their mental health and overall well-being.

Springwatch returns to BBC Two and iPlayer on 26 May.

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2025-05-21 17:19

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