“I know plenty of people who live in the country who have never seen a badger. They are definitely there, but these nocturnal delights remain elusive, and thus are still a thrill.”

English naturalist, explorer, presenter and writer

Steve Backshall is an English naturalist, explorer, presenter, and writer. He is best known for BBC television’s Deadly... franchise. Backshall’s work brings wildlife and exploration to a broad audience through books and broadcast programmes. As a presenter and writer, he focuses on the natural world and the creatures and places that make it compelling, especially through the Deadly... series that made his name familiar to many viewers.