A NORTH-East youngster has been chosen to go wild and help endangered species.

Elizabeth Hart, of Milbank Road, Darlington, is teaming up with television wildlife expert Chris Packham to help raise cash for conservation projects at home and abroad.

They are sponsored by the makers of the tropical fruit drink Um Bongo.

Elizabeth is planning fundraising days at her school, Abbey Junior School, with her younger brother Jonathan.

She said: "It's great to have a chance to do something to help the animals."