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Ryan Truscott

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Ryan Truscott is a reporter based in southern Africa who specialises in writing on nature, wildlife and biodiversity from across Africa. After years reporting on politics as a foreign correspondent, he’s happy to have turned his focus to species ranging from ferocious acacia ants to elephants. Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn or subscribe to his newsletter.

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