RSPB members voted for the 40-year-old to become the second female president in the organisation’s history.
Humble has become a much-loved presence on our screens following stints on the hugely popular Springwatch and Autumnwatch programmes alongside Bill Oddie and Chris Packham.
Accepting the role she said: “I’m not an academic or a specialist, but I do love learning new things and asking questions - I’m never afraid to ask. If I can communicate some of the amazing things I learn about wildlife on an almost daily basis and spark the same interest in others, that would be great.
“I’m extremely proud to be asked to be president of such a highly respected and popular organisation.
“With over one million members behind it, the work of the RSPB is rightly renowned for making a huge difference for birds, other wildlife and the environment.”
Humble’s television career started as a researcher on Animal Hospital and she got her big break presenting the BBC’s The Abyss.
Since then, the keen diver’s career has gone from strength to strength, appearing on Who Do You Think You Are and presenting travel programme The Frankincense Trail.
Graham Wynne, RSPB Chief Executive said: “Kate has a long held passion for nature and wildlife, plus a knack for spreading her enthusiasm to others. She is a great choice for RSPB President.
“We are delighted that Kate has taken on this role. I know she’ll make a huge contribution to our conservation efforts over the next five years.”
Humble takes over the RSPB role from journalist and presenter Julian Pettifer.
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