Megan McCubbin, a wildlife presenter and zoologist who investigates illegal wildlife persecution and participates in scientific studies worldwide, talks about her passion for nature, her optimism about young people, and her poodles. McCubbin, who holds a BSc in Zoology from The University of Liverpool, co-authored the book Back to Nature: How to Love Life – and Save It with fellow wildlife advocate Chris Packham in 2020.
In the morning, McCubbin fills her bird feeders and looks for signs of wildlife in the green spaces around her house. She appreciates fresh air and being outdoors, often allowing her senses to absorb the sights and sounds of nature. The young generation fills her with hope, as they are more empowered and motivated than ever before. Projects like the National Trust’s Time + Space award, where she serves as a judge, give young individuals the opportunity to explore world-changing concepts in science, culture and art, society, climate, and nature.
Inaction makes her angry, as we know what actions need to be taken to mitigate climate change, but we are not making decisions quickly enough. Although she has always dreamed of studying hyenas in the African bush, she also loves drama and might have pursued an acting career. McCubbin values getting outside and appreciating the small things in life, a habit that grounds her and takes her back to her roots. She has also become a conscious consumer and stopped biting her nails.
When it gets tough, McCubbin retreats to her garden to restore her peace and remind herself of what she’s fighting for. She believes we should pay more attention to our young people, listen to their solutions, and actualize them. McCubbin’s poodles, Sid and Nancy, bring her considerable joy because of their high intelligence. She would remind her younger self to take more time to figure out who she was and what she wanted to do
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