Springwatch viewers seriously distracted by Chris Packham’s appearance in first live show of the year

SPRINGWATCH viewers were left seriously distracted by Chris Packham's appearance.

The BBC show returned for its very first live show of the year, much to the delight of its loyal fan base.

Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan opened the show live from their new base in RSPB in Dorset.

"We're going to be here with you for the next three weeks, it's Monday to Thursday, a festival of wildlife for you," said Chris.

However, Springwatch viewers' attention quickly turned to Chris' appearance.

They were struck by his hairstyle for the show as he showed off his high quiff.

But taking to social media, fans compared the 62-year-old's hair to that of a Dartford Warbler bird.

One said: "Has Chris dressed like a dartford warbler tonight? #Springwatch."

A second wrote: "Seems Chris Packham has modelled his spiky hair on the wonderful Dartford Warbler head feathers."

"I must say I'm loving Chris and his hair this eve," commented a third.

Meanwhile, one Springwatch presenter has been forced to pull out of the programme at the last minute.

Iolo Williams has said that he will be unable to co-present the flagship BBC Two nature programme.

The 60-year-old took to social media to reveal he suffered major complications after having a stent fitted in an artery.

Writing on Twitter, he said: "Unfortunately I can’t co-present @BBCSpringwatch this year.

"I had a stent inserted in April, which released a clot, that, this week, caused an embolysm!

"My demise has been greatly exaggerated; thanks to brilliant friends, wonderful family & the excellent @NHS. Go Megan & team SW!"

Springwatch continues this evening from 7:30pm on BBC Two.