How Responsible Tourism Helps Protect Tropical Ecosystems Tropical destinations draw millions of travelers every year, and it’s easy to see why. Coral reefs, rainforests, and pristine beaches offer experiences you simply can’t find anywhere else. But this popularity comes with a cost. As more people flock to these fragile environments, the pressure on local ecosystems…
DetailsHow Eco-Friendly are artificial additions to your garden? Author : Lila Warren Introduction As homeowners look for ways to enhance their outdoor spaces while reducing maintenance requirements, artificial garden additions have become increasingly popular. From synthetic turf and decorative landscaping features to artificial plants and hardscaping elements, these options offer convenience, durability, and aesthetic appeal.…
DetailsBy Keri McMorran YOU HAVE A FRIEND IN ME This is not the usual story of wildlife rehabilitation. Read on to learn about Beans and Sausage… In April 2025 we received a kitten that looked very much like an African Wildcat and he needed our help. He was paralyzed in his hind legs, but was…
DetailsBy Ndaedzo Raulisa The Yellowwood Tree Podocarpus latifolius is the scientific name for the real Yellowwood tree. It is also known as the broad-leaved Yellowwood. In Xhosa, it is called Umcheya and in Afrikaans, the yellowwood is called Opregte Geelhout. The Outeniqua Yellowwood is Podocarpus falcatus. Yellowwoods are very tall trees, indigenous to South Africa and…
DetailsCaring for Nature boosts your mood By Sierra Powell Photo from Pexels Self-care is a big part of our mental health and overall healthy life. More than simple indulgences like manicures, facials, and pedicures, self-care includes keeping regular doctors appointments, staying physically fit, and eating a nutritious diet. Self-care also includes knowing the signs of…
DetailsApril 14th marked one of our saddest moments in our rehabilitation and conservation work as we experienced the exact opposite of our efforts. A driver hit a female Cape Leopard, leaving it to die unattended along the national highway. The body was brought to us by SANPARKS for post-mortem and incineration. On observing the first…
DetailsWildlife Day was declared in 1973 and has been celebrated over the years under different themes, this year on the 3rd of March we celebrate ‘’sustaining all life on earth”. Living things includes all plants and animals. Each species plays ecological, social, economic, cultural, genetic and recreational roles. Plants should be able to grow and…
DetailsWetlands are areas flooded by water seasonally or permanently and the plants that grow in these areas can survive anaerobic soil conditions. Water is usually found on top of the soil or just beneath soil surface. Wetlands are separated from dams and lakes because of the plants that grow there, usually it is well adapted…
DetailsThe sole purpose of wildlife rehabilitation is to provide professional care to injured or sick animals so as to return them to their natural habitat (the wild). It can only be through rehabilitation that the animal’s condition can improve and then be released to live by themselves as normal members of their species. It is…
DetailsKrrrok-kraaa. Coo-crr-COO. This is the sound of the Black Crake. Never heard of this secretive little bird before? Well, continue reading and find our more. These birds live by fresh water marshes that have some vegetation for cover. Like most parents they are fiercely protective over their chicks and will attack other birds, even if…
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