Chris Packham and Megan McCubbin, stepdaughter of Chris, are passionate conservationists who are fighting for the unloved animals, bats and rhinos. Packham, a TV presenter, naturalist, and activist, acknowledges that bats have a bit of a PR battle on their hands due to their reputation for blood-sucking and disease-spreading. However, he believes they deserve more love and appreciation, especially as their numbers are in significant decline. McCubbin, a zoologist, conservationist, and TV presenter, highlights the plight of rhinos, which face threats from poaching and habitat loss. Together, they are working to change public perception and inspire action to protect these vulnerable creatures.
Packham admits that bats have a bad reputation, but he is working to change that. He says, “They’re not quite skylarks yet, but I’m working on it.” He believes that by educating the public about bats and their importance to the ecosystem, he can help to dispel the myths and misconceptions that surround them.
McCubbin, who has a deep love for rhinos, says, “They’re big, charismatic, and you can’t miss them. They’re a symbol of persecution but also hope.” She is working to raise awareness about the threats that rhinos face and to inspire people to take action to protect them.
Packham and McCubbin are both passionate about conservation and are using their platform to make a difference for these animals. They are working to educate the public, inspire action, and raise funds for conservation efforts. They are also working to inspire the next generation of conservationists. Packham says, “It’s now that we need bravery and for people to make decisions, not sit in a committee and find reasons not to do things. And the best people to do that are young people.”
