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Broadcaster's Secret: Flying Fox Nursed on Air
7 Oct
Summary
- Richard Morecroft secretly cared for a baby flying fox named Archie.
- He kept the bat under his shirt while presenting the news.
- Morecroft was a dedicated wildlife rescuer and advocate.
The late ABC broadcaster Richard Morecroft, who passed away at 70 after a cancer diagnosis, was revealed to have a profound love for wildlife.
In the late 1980s, Morecroft began volunteering with Wires, Australia's largest wildlife rescue group. He became the devoted foster parent to a baby flying fox named Archie, whom he bottle-fed and kept warm under his shirt.
This unique bond was documented in a film and book titled 'Raising Archie.' Morecroft's efforts championed the cause of flying foxes, which were often misunderstood and maligned.
Beyond Archie, Morecroft dedicated his life to wildlife advocacy, using his media expertise to train volunteers and serving as an auctioneer at fundraisers. His enduring humanity and passion for the natural environment were celebrated in tributes following his death.
