I do not see wildlife as a hobby

Here is the thing: I do not see wildlife as a hobby.

From picking up worms and beetles in the back garden of Sevier Street to wandering around the countryside/forests in Germany and back to the UK I have never had a day when I am not observing or checking things.

So please never ever call it a hobby to my face or I might bite.

I am known outside the UK on wild canids and felids. I have my name on technical papers presented to conferences. Why am I not more widely known (ignoring the fact I hate publicity)?

I chose foxes, jackals, coyotes and wolves as well as badgers and wild cats (I don't think it was ever a choice). Had I gone for otters, beaver or some other popular animal I'd probably be better known and have some funding!