Inspirational ethologist whose research into wild chimpanzees at Gombe, Western Tanzania changed the way we think about animals and who has been a powerful force for conservation for decades.
Rescues and rehabilitates thousands of animals and birds at Harper Asprey Wildlife Rescue, and founded the Save Me Trust with Dr Brian May.
Their groundbreaking work with rescue dogs has seen 12 of them become police sniffer dogs, including previous Animal Heroes award winner Stella.
Founded Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Romania, home to 70 animals rescued from captivity and exploitation, who can now live out their lives as nature intended.
TV presenter, campaigner, writer and conservationist who has instilled a love of animals and nature in millions of children and young people.
AShire horse saved dying mate who was about to be put down due to equine colic, reviving her after rescuers had struggled for six hours.