Wildlife
What Camera Accessories Should You Pack for Game Reserve Photography Introduction A game reserve offers some of the most exciting photography opportunities in the world. From capturing a lion resting in the shade to photographing a herd of elephants crossing a plain at sunset, the possibilities are endless. However, wildlife photography presents unique challenges. Animals…
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…
How 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.…
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…
By Keri McMorran Fabulous Five find freedom 15 June 2026 we got the call we had been waiting for! We got the go ahead that 20 June 2026 would be perfect for our penguin release…. 5 days notice from Ocean Sailing Charters who always keep an eye on the weather for us for the best…
A Bridge over troubled waters 6 May 2026 ……… As most people along the Garden Route know, this day was the start of a very difficult 3 weeks for most of us. With winds picking up to over 100kph, driving rain fall of 300mm causing severe flooding in some areas, thousands of trees of all…
By Keri McMorran SETTING THEM FREE We have had quite a few interesting releases this year in 2025, but there are four that we wanted to share with you We raised and released four female caracals this year, all of them orphaned. They came to us as tiny kittens that should have been raised by…
By 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…
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…