Tonight on BBC Radio 4 I'm on Nature Table with Sue Perkins, James Wong & Jordan Gray as I talk about Lamprey & Sticklebacks. 6:30pm or tune in later on BBC Sounds

I don't film carp often but got some clips earlier this year!

Everyone loves a roach #roach #science #nature #fish

This weeks vid I'm making a fish refuge out of pallets to give fish some shelter in a large lake and help protect juvenile fish from excessive predation. full film here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqaX...

Everyone loves a Shanny! #shanny #nature #science

Everyone loves a eel! #europeaneel #nature #science

I’m looking forward to going back to Estonia next month and looking for bits to do around Tallinn ideally wildlife but last I was there really enjoyed the city.

in 2019 I headed to Anglers Paradise to make a short film on wels catfish owner Zyg invited me and the gang to sample some of his homemade wine which is lethal to say the least. I woke four days later up a tree with a sombrero on, no idea how I got there.

I’ve completed my set of tea (not cigarette as I first thought) cards really pleased with how they look in my office thanks to those who sent them over.

Pleasure to chat to Simon Cooper from @fishingbreaksuk about his latest book on owning a mill by a chalk stream open.spotify.com/episode/2WIT...

I'm after some advice I'm looking for a smaller UW camera set up for when traveling abroad or hiking long distances but not sure on the current options I've used GoPro & TG Tough in the past. More video then stills anyone have any recommendations?

Would love to see these in the forest of dean some day, went looking a few years ago but no joy. www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOel...

This weeks vid I'm up in Northumberland tracking down some flat fish on the beach and some real rockpool oddities www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eJz...

Photography day at Celtic Rewilding was a success as always great weather and lovely bunch of people can’t wait til the next one!

I'm a ambassador for The Rivers Trust also supporting the work they do where I can and its a great movement that has pretty much spread across the UK with each catchment area having a local trust check them out to find out your local trust.

I've been running a week long intensive wildlife photography course with Nottingham Trent Uni for over a decade now and its always popular. Learn field craft, editing, print skills, studio work and a whole host of skills. 6th - 10th July Creative short courses at Nottingham Trent University

I've really been enjoying my botany in recent years and unlike most wildlife they don't tend to run away so you can take your time! I'm running a wild flower photo day on the 27th & 31st of May to photograph orchids, poppies and a whole host of plants as well as plenty of macro opportunities

The response to my new book has been fantastic thanks to all those who have bought signed copies if you'd like one follow the link below! jack-perks-wildlife-media.sumupstore.com

Great to have a couple hours out in the sun on the local canal with Eli and managed a few Gudgeon and a bonus Ruffe!

Growing up in the 90's/00's the was one man who dominated fishing TV and that was @Matt Hayes I loved the shows on Home & Leisure especially rod race which still holds up as in my opinion one of the best fishing shows. I filmed with Matt many years ago for a film about Zander in the UK

Every UK Crayfish Species I.D. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MYG...

Had a blast at Wharf Aquatics many incredible fish on show but one of the highlights being a baby goonch! Better known for eating human remains from funeral pyres in India as featured on River Monsters

I'm very proud to be a vice president of WildFish they do some incredible work supporting freshwater habitats, giving certain groups a kick when needed and not only helping fish but all riverside wildlife if you can support them please do.

Native marine tank still going strong the mullet have grown well and the montagues Blenny are chunking up nicely

Been busy sending out signed copies please bear with me I’m not Amazon it’s all me writing out and packaging the books. If you’d like a copy of “The Great British River” get in touch!

Lovely visit up to the Lake District for my film screening of Britains Hidden Fishes had a look at Derwent Water thinking about the vendace swimming around and would of been rude to not visit a pub or to with the doggos. The bookshop in Keswick even had my fish book in which was nice to see.

Three mussel species in one swoop a swan , painters and duck mussel

This is the grey wagtail which is also yellow but not the yellow wagtail which is very yellow and not the pied wagtail which also has grey on it.

Surprise catch when running my pond dipping course at Attenborough Nature Reserve yesterday a lamprey! This is a ammocete so the larval form and hard to tell but probably a brook lamprey. The gravel pits are connected to the Trent which is likely how it got in,

Perhaps the most important page in my new book is what I think are the best riverside pubs in Britain get a copy to find out which ones made it "The Great British River" out now

I've worked with Hammond Drysuits Ltd for well over a decade now and my custom drysuit is still going strong they provide excellent repairs and services when it needs it but to be honest the suit is tough as nails which is handy for all the river work I do can't recommend enough.

I don't shy away from the many issues British rivers face but I'm also wanting to encourage people to enjoy and explore British rivers its not a crime to enjoy them. I feature many pastimes and activities you can enjoy riverside. "The Great British River" out now

Chapter ten of my book "The Great British River" is all about ponds! These are often created by the sides of rivers and offer a oasis for many dragonflies, amphibians and small fish. Book is available online now and book signings to be announced!

I met Jeremy Wade a charity fishing match several years ago to see who could catch the smallest fish. It was great fun and have since fished many times with him and it also lead to him narrating my film "Britains Hidden Fishes"

Great British River OUT NOW! Buy a copy here - jack-perks-wildlife-media.sumupstore.com/product/sign...

I got to see plenty of these guys last week and will fight anyone who says that eiders aren't the best UK duck (FYI it would be pistols at dawn at a venue of my choosing)

Pond Wildlife I.D course this Sunday at Attenborough Nature Reserve (tea and cake included!) www.eventbrite.com/e/pond-life-...

Chapter nine of my book "The Great British River" is all about Scottish spate rivers while spate rivers certainly aren't unique to scotland its what I picture when spate is mentioned. Looking at these fast, peaty and rugged rivers in detail. Book is available online now for preorder

I got to see one of the most breathtaking wildlife spectacles I've ever seen this year with thousands of mullet gathering in a tiny stream but the question is why? find in my latest vid www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nnaf...

This weeks guest on the podcast is Jeremy Wade as we chat about the state of UK rivers beardedtit.podbean.com/e/threats-to...

I'll be at Norfolk Wildlife Trust premiere reserve Cley Visitor Centre on the 7th & 8th of May for two events! Grab a signed copy of my latest book and learn about freshwater wildlife!

Thanks Mat for the gift of some UK freshwater fish cigarette cards these will look great in my office

Chapter eight of my book "The Great British River" is all about urban rivers with some many iconic rivers going through our towns and cities they are a important trade route, source of water and gateway for wildlife to enter urban spaces. Book is available online now for preorder

Any suggestions for wildlife spots and perhaps more importantly a decent pint in Penrith? I'm there next week! #cumbria

Visited Derek gows farm last year to see various UK mammals that he has including lynx, boar, polecat , wildcat and more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SXE...

Was out looking for water voles recently and happened upon this rather lovely looking redpoll not what I expected to see!

Sharks and skeggy what more do you want! youtu.be/pr93NOodHCM?...

Chapter seven of my book "The Great British River" is all about Canals while not rivers in themselves they do provide corridors for a whole host of wildlife and more often than not connected to rivers. Book is available online now for preorder and book signings to be announced!

Had a great time interviewing Fish with carl last month really down to earth guy and we cover all kinds of subjects from mental health, AI, getting into fishing and more www.youtube.com/watch?v=jK2N...

Had the pleasure of filming this incredible spectacle of fish earlier this year www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nnaf...