Inspiration From 50 Leading Conservationists Saving Wild
My new book, Saving Wild, Inspiration From 50 Leading Conservationists, with a foreword by Jane Goodall is now available in paper back and ebook on Amazon.com. Fifty of the world’s leading […]
Daphne Sheldrick says, “Elephants are like us, but better.”
I’ve heard Daphne Sheldrick, the world’s expert on raising orphaned baby elephants, say on many occasions that “Elephants are like us…but better.” Growing up I only knew elephants from […]
If Animals Could Speak, Here’s What They’d Say [Infographic]
Animals are communicating all the time. We just don’t understand them very well. When I spend time watching an animal in the wild, or really paying attention to my dog […]
Back to the Wild: Prospects Rebuffed
You’ve probably read or seen the movie Born Free about Elsa the lioness. It’s an enchanting story to all of us who have ever dreamed of having a close relationship with […]
Can Camels Save Africa’s Animals?
Of all Africa’s animals cattle have always been the most important to the Samburu and Maasai tribal people of East Africa. As far back as they can remember, cows have […]
The Best Africa Safari Hat
So you’re going on a safari and you’re looking for the best safari hat. You’ve come to the right place. I’ve been traveling to Africa for 30 years, and have […]
Funny Peter Allison: Whatever You Do, Don’t Run! [Interview]
Peter Allison is not brave. Despite this, he has been stalked by lions, chased by elephants, and courted by rhino. At the age of 19 he tossed a coin between […]
Your First Safari
They say you never forget your first time. That’s certainly true for me. My first safari happened in 1985 in Namibia’s Etosha National Park. My South African boyfriend, Tony, and […]
“Trees are Like Mothers,” says Meg Lowman
Trees surrounding churches in Northern Ethiopia have been guarded for 1,500 years while the surrounding forests have been stripped bare. Shinto shrines protect ancient tree forests in Japan, the Buddha […]
Saving Wild Cheetahs with Laurie Marker [Interview]
Laurie Marker, founder of Cheetah Conservation Fund, says if humans don’t act to make big changes now, in a few years there won’t be enough cheetahs remaining in the wild […]
Surprising Facts About Jane Goodall
If you have been following SavingWild.com you know I often write about my mentor and friend Dr. Jane Goodall. Besides the obvious reason – Dr. Jane is a mentor for […]
Weaverbirds Nests are Like Huts
The world’s most populated tree houses, the huge communal nests of Africa’s Weaverbirds serve many benefits for it’s multi-generational occupants. The nests of most songbirds are small and hidden, made by […]