Megan Shersby
Megan Shersby
Naturalist, writer and content creator
Megan is a naturalist, writer and content creator. She is also a bookworm and a keen board gamer. She is the former editorial and digital co-ordinator at BBC Wildlife, and wrote features and sections for both the print magazine and discoverwildlife.com, including the Q&A and Go Wild sections, Poo Corner and News Species Discovery, the weekly e-newsletter and the social media accounts. Her features have included olms (cave salamanders) in Slovenia, arapaima (very big fish) in Guyana, and the role of hippos as ecosystem engineers in Zambia. She has also contributed to the website and magazine of BBC Countryfile Magazine, and has hosted some its podcast episodes. Prior to joining BBC Wildlife in 2016, she gained a degree in BSc(Hons) Animal Science, undertook behavioural research on zebras and dwarf mongooses, and worked in environmental education for a number of conservation charities.
Recent articles by Megan Shersby

British shieldbug guide: how to identify and where to see

Shieldbugs, sometimes known as stink bugs, are a common sight in Britain's gardens, parks and countryside. Though many of these shield-shaped insects may look the same, there are in fact numerous shieldbug species that live in the UK, from the common green shieldbug to the hawthorn shieldbug. Learn more about these intriguing members of the Hemiptera order with our expert guide
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Woodland animals: 12 spectacular species to spot

Our woodlands and forests are home to a huge range of mammals, birds and insects. Discover which animals live in UK woodlands with BBC Countryfile Magazine's wildlife guide.
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Big Garden Birdwatch 2023 reveals decline in house sparrows

House sparrows held onto the top spot in the annual survey, but conservationists are worried about their long-term decline.
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First confirmed case of tick-borne encephalitis in England

The UK Health Security Agency has announced a confirmed case of tick-borne encephalitis in England for the first time
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What is hibernation and which British animals hibernate?

Do squirrels hibernate? When do hedgehogs hibernate? What is hibernation and what is torpor? In this guide we delve into the secretive and sleepy world of Britain's hibernating creatures to find out...
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