Wildlife adventure

THERE was a full attendance of Friends of Charnwood Forest members and visitors at Woodhouse Eaves Village Hall on Monday, April 24, to hear a fascinating talk “Living Wild in South America” by Michael and Paula Webster.

This was the fourth or fifth talk they have given us over several years.

Michael and Paula Webster have been life-long conservationists as well as wildlife photographers.

They are now exploring the continent of South America , discovering why it is so rich in birds. The continent is home to the richest diversity of species, especially birds. We saw many beautiful photographs, from the Toucan to the Hooded Grebe.

This talk covered their adventures in search of wildlife in the deserts of Chile, the Andean mountains, the Patagonian steppes and the jungles of Peru; the whole continent from Cape Horn to the Caribbean and from the Atlantic to the Pacific. They are meeting conservation organisations, universities and schools.

We heard their wildlife stories and learned of their passion for protecting the unique biodiversity of South America.

Have a look at their website www.living-wild.net

Further information Peter Bertram 01162 100 572

Next meeting Herbert’s Meadow, Ulverscroft on June 7. Members only - register with Dick Howard.