Megan Colborne, Author at Bushwise

Mad for marula fruit: facts about the marula tree

BY: Megan Colborne As a field guide, you need to be prepared for every type of question. From “what is a marula tree?” to “are African animals getting drunk from ripe marula fruit?” Whatever the question, we’ve got you covered on all things marula. Once you’ve completed your training at Bushwise Field Guides and...

Are giraffes endangered? Their silent road towards extinction

BY: Megan Colborne Giraffes are probably one of the easiest animals to identify all around the world. This is really no surprise when you look at their distinctive lanky long legs and necks. But what could come as a surprise to most people is the answer to the question, “Are giraffes endangered?” If you’re a...

The plight of the pangolin: the world’s most trafficked mammal

Pangolins are the most trafficked mammal in the world, with all eight species across Africa and Asia vulnerable to extinction. Start a career in conservation and assist in the fight against the poaching of pangolins.