Ornithologist joins RSPCA to help Bristol children enjoy nature

A young ornithologist known for her mission to help children from ethnic minority backgrounds connect with nature has become an RSPCA ambassador.

Mya-Rose Craig, 23, who is of British-Bangladeshi origin, has amassed a huge following on social media with her posts about birdwatching, and founded charity Black2Nature at the age of 13.

Last week she led a scavenger hunt and litter pick for children at Bristol’s Brandon Hill, organised by the RSPCA.

“One of the lovely things about the work we do is that it’s not about teaching them they have to go out into the country to enjoy nature, but rather that building that connection with nature means they can spot it wherever they go,” said Ms Craig.