By Dr. Thomas S. Mullikin and Dr. Juan Carlos Valdivieso Coffee has satisfied families across the world for generations. Historical records of coffee drinking date back to the middle of the 15th century, and the roasting and brewing of coffee remain...
Where Vikings and Sandlappers Converge. Iceland, the Fridrikssons, and the necessity of addressing environmental challenges for all of humanity. Having spent much of the last 40 years, travelling around the globe to witness and engage with...
Limpopo’s wilderness-rich Waterberg region was on the verge of getting a new residential golf estate and hotel development. Then, suddenly, things changed, and in 2010, the property was sold. What has arisen in its place is a leading conservation...
Hiking Offa’s Dyke: A Welsh Marchhttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/offas-dyke-a-welsh-march
The 285km Offa’s Dyke trail between Sedbury (just outside Chepstow) and Prestatyn can be tackled either way, but heading north will put the prevailing wind and any sunshine on your back. It’s best done between May and September, though be prepared for...
Discover the allure of Fogo Island, where fire meets the ocean in a spectacle of nature. Explore Cape Verde's diverse landscapes, from volcanic peaks to lush valleys, amidst a rich tapestry of history and culture. Experience climbing Pico do Fogo and...
Explore the transformative power of love in conservation with Leif Cocks, founder of The Orangutan Project. Join us in this enlightening interview as we delve into expanded initiatives for elephants and tigers, urgent projects in 2024, and the...
Morning breaks, the morning call of the Cape turtle dove says, ‘Work harder, work harder’, reminds you that working is for other people; today, at least, you are on holiday. You are on safari in the Kruger National Park, South Africa’s majestic...
The pollution caused by the oil industry is a well-known issue; however, attention is usually focused on the direct impact of burning fossil fuels. An often overlooked but equally important topic is the challenge of waste disposal – how should oil rigs...
Having been a Nikon shooter for years, I cannot explain the excitement I felt getting to review the Nikon Z8. Nikon provided me with a loan unit, and I literally could not wait to get out there and let it loose on some wildlife and birds. Having been a...
In this video, I interviewed Luis and Enrique, two of the organisers of the Huatulco Plastic Fishing Tournament, a unique event that combines environmental awareness and fun. They shared with me their motivation, challenges, and achievements of this...
Sailing near the Oaxacan beach "La Entrega" in the tourist destination of Bahías de Huatulco, Mexico, the local Kayak club set out to fish for the day's meal. Despite the fishermen's luck not favouring them today, our friends Erasto and Enrique, upon...
Interview With Marli Schoeman by Dr Adriaan Buys Transcript This editable transcript was computer generated and might contain errors. People can also change the text after it was created. Adriaan Buys: I am having a quick discussion with Marli Schumann...
Marine heatwaves are becoming an increasingly common occurrence across the globe, causing a plethora of negative impacts throughout marine ecosystems. With urgent research into the subsequent effects and potential long-term outcomes, mitigation plans...
“There is probably no more spectacular place in the world than Cape Town and Table Mountain” Sir Edmund Hillary Hiking on Table Mountain, one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, is undoubtedly spectacular. But I’m often asked whether it is ‘safe’....
The Nikon Z6II was released in Oct 2020. Before testing, I was convinced this would be a great camera to use for wildlife photography. I was not disappointed. Nikon provided us with a demo unit for our safari outing to Aquila Game Reserve, a commercial...
Within the last 20 years, the leopard population has drastically decreased in South Africa and worldwide. One of the most significant contributors to leopard mortality is human-wildlife conflict and loss of habitat. Owen Grobler, wildlife photographer...
The Eco-Logic Awards showcase and promote South African individuals, organisations, projects, products and services that benefit ‘People and Planet’. “It’s also a platform to educate consumers about environmental challenges and motivate them to be part...
New technical reports outline high-risk plastics polluting the planet and shows global plastic bans, phase-outs and control measures are entirely feasible WWF is calling on governments to support global bans and phase outs of the ‘most high-risk and...
A new study by Ilyena Hirskyj, Rebecca Kleinberger and Jennifer Cunha, which helped pet parrots make video calls to each other, suggests that the birds may have benefited from making new feathered friends over the internet. Animal-computer interaction...
Kagga Kamma Nature Reservehttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/kagga-kamma-nature-reserve
Loadshedding getting you down? Need a wilderness or romantic escape? Then look no further than Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve. Nervously I revved the engine of my quad bike and headed up the rocky jeep track. The powerful bike was perfect for the terrain...
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