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Hear something on the jungle telegraph meaning

What does the saying 'Hear something on the jungle telegraph' mean?

Idiom: Hear something on the jungle telegraph

Meaning:

If you hear something on the jungle telegraph, you pick up some information or informal gossip from someone who shares some common interest. 

('Bush telegraph' is also used.)

Country: British English British English | Subject Area: Technology & science | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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