Harry Butler | |
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| Born | William Henry Butler 25 March 1930 Perth, Western Australia, Australia |
| Died | 11 December 2015 (aged 85) Perth, Western Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Alma mater | Claremont Teachers College Western State College |
| Occupation(s) | Environmental consultant television presenter |
| Employer | ABC |
| Known for | Environmentalism, songwriting |
| Television | In the Wild – ABC Television |
William Henry Butler AO CBE (25 March 1930 – 11 December 2015) was an Australian naturalist and environmental consultant, best known as the presenter of the popular ABC television series In the Wild from 1976 to 1981. He was a household name as he took viewers to remote parts of Australia observing and admiring the natural environment.
His advocacy led to the establishment of offshore islands as reserves for plants and animals, protected from invasive species. Now his legacy is being remembered with Murdoch University’s Harry Butler Institute. The new research and education facility brings science, business and the community together to address environmental problems.
He spoke highly of how Indigenous people cared for the land. Having extensive knowledge of indigenous culture and vast experience with various language groups throughout Western Australia.