Ben Dessen
Wildlife Advocate. Pet Expert. Author. Presenter.
About Ben
Ben Dessen is a wildlife advocate, pet expert, author and presenter.
Ben can’t remember a time when he wasn’t fascinated by animals and the natural world. Animals give Ben’s life purpose and provide him with an ongoing source of curiosity and inspiration.
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Ben has forged a career helping animals both within Australia and around the world. He is fully committed to sharing his driving passion with anyone who is willing to listen. Ben has extensive, hands-on experience working with a wide variety of wildlife species ranging from crocodiles and orangutans to venomous snakes and kangaroos.
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Ben calls a wildlife sanctuary home, where he cares for rescued native animals in Sydney, Australia. He believes that by truly appreciating the beauty in other creatures we can discover the best part of ourselves.
THE LAST HOLLOW
Deep in the heart of the forest stood the mighty Elder Tree, a sanctuary for creatures great and small. But when disaster strikes and the ancient tree is lost, two red-tailed black cockatoos, Marlin and Banksi, must embark on a desperate search for a new place to call home. This heart-warming and entertaining children’s story highlights the challenges of habitat loss and its impact on native wildlife, while showcasing the conservation efforts aimed at restoring threatened species populations. A touching tale of resilience, adaptation, and the bonds between wildlife and humans, The Last Hollow inspires children to cherish and protect the natural world.
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100% of the author's proceeds from the book are donated to the Hill's Wildlife Sanctuary.
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