Posts and articles about environmentally responsible activities, ideas and changing behaviour to eco-friendly living
How Dangerous are Bug Sprays to the Environment and How Can We Improve Their Sustainability Author : Lila Warren Introduction Bug sprays have become a common solution for managing pests in homes, gardens, and outdoor spaces. They provide quick relief from insects that can spread disease, damage plants, or simply create discomfort. However, the convenience…
How Does Assisted Living Homes Close to Wildlife Balance Patient Lifestyle and Safety Author : Lila Warren Assisted living communities are evolving to offer more than just care and convenience. Many are now located in serene, nature-rich environments that provide residents with access to greenery, fresh air, and even nearby wildlife. While these settings can…
The Evolution of Adaptive Roofing Technology Author : Harper Lane The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as climate-responsive roofing systems take center stage in modern building design. These innovative solutions mark a clear break from traditional static roofing approaches, bringing together advanced materials and technologies that actively respond to shifting environmental conditions. Think…
Tsitsikamma is a khoikhoi word which translates to a place of abundant or many waters. We have witnessed that what is abundant in this spectacular area is not only the water but hundreds of species of animals. At Tenikwa Wildlife we boast about being at the foothills of such a bio diverse location which always…
April 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…
Wildlife 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…
Wetlands 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…
The Stink Bean competes with indigenous plants for nutrients, sunlight and water which are very crucial for plant growth, nourishment and development. This golden hairy alien shrub is causing a lot of problems particularly when it comes to reserving the natural healthy state of our local environment. The evergreen shrub originated from Australia and landed…
As the sun sets over the mountains, the day is just starting for the Genet. This resourceful nocturnal cat-like animal is an opportunist hunter and at times ends up in conflict with chicken farmers as they prey on birds and their eggs to enjoy as delicacies. Educating farmers on non-lethal predator management strategies becomes key…
”Come see our wild cats and help us to help your school” , is a campaign that was launched on the 13th of July 2019 at Plettenberg Primary School with the core objective of trying to instill empathy towards wildlife in children through discounting conservation based tours. Our mantra is ,” take care of the…