Tsumbedzo Ramalevha

1 Introduction A primary driver that influences the distribution of animals within heterogeneous landscapes is the trade-off between the distribution of food resources and perceived predation risk (Davies et al. 2021; Gaynor et al. 2019; Stears and Shrader 2015). In many systems, herbivores frequently forage in ways that either maximize their nutrient or food intake (Fryxell, Wilmshurst, and Sinclair 2004; Wilmshurst and Fryxell 1995).

In terms of learning activities and general workload, the Ndlovu Node internship programme reminded me of the qualities of an elephant – large and unique. These activities inspired me to sleep less and form an emotional connection to my work. The programme was designed and implemented in a way that ensured long-term retention of scientific methods, best-practice workplace conduct and creative scientific communication, just some of the skills I acquired during the internship.