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Saving the Critically Endangered Sumatran elephanthttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/saving-the-critically-endangered-sumatran-elephant

15 March 2022 The Sumatran elephant and its battle for survival. On the island of Sumatra, a battle for survival is taking place. The Sumatran elephant (Elephas maximus sumatranus) is facing an Extinction crisis. Listed as Critically Endangered, estimates are that...

Table Mountain Forest Bathing and Forest Bathing Spotshttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/table-mountain-forest-bathing-and-forest-bathing-spots

11 January 2022 We all know that forests are an essential part of the living earth system, and – somehow – we instinctively know that trees are worth preserving. But it’s not just tree-hugging environmental activists who care more about the planet than about people....

Mozambique Proclaims Maputo National Parkhttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/mozambique-proclaims-maputo-national-park

06 January 2022 On 7 December, Mozambique’s Council for Ministers issued a decree to formally merge the spectacular terrestrial and marine ecosystems of Maputo Special Reserve and Ponta do Ouro Partial Marine Reserve into one conservation area —the new Maputo National...

Our Sand "Santa ya Rena" & Impact of Illegal Sand Mininghttps://conservationmag.org/en/video/our-sand-santa-ya-rena

11 November 2021 Keletso, a young geologist, is very passionate about the protection of the beautiful environment she grew up in. Concerned about the devastating effects of sand mining she is witnessing throughout the Kruger to Canyons (K2C) biosphere, Keletso visits...

Supporting Endangered Sea Turtle Populationshttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/supporting-endangered-sea-turtle-populations

10 November 2021 There are seven species of Sea Turtles found in all areas of the ocean, except the polar regions. According to the IUCN, each sea turtle species is considered to be at risk of extinction: Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta) - vulnerable Olive...

South Africa's Endangered Marine Wildlife and Marine Protected Areashttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/south-africa-s-endangered-marine-wildlife-and-marine-protected-areas

20 July 2021 The world’s least explored and most vulnerable ecosystem—the ocean—is under threat, with more than 80% of marine pollution coming from land-based activities. Once seen as too remote to harm, the deep sea is facing pressures from mining, pollution,...

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15 July 2021 Mountains: Exploring the Majestic Peaks and Ecosystems Mountains are some of the most awe-inspiring natural features on the planet, offering breathtaking views, unique ecosystems, and incredible biodiversity. From towering peaks to rugged terrain,...

Table Mountain National Park: 3 Great Lesser-Known Hiking Trailshttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/table-mountain-national-park-3-great-lesser-known-hiking-trails

25 May 2021 Fiona McIntosh, author of Table Mountain Activity Guide and Hike Cape Town identifies three of her favourite hiking trails in Table Mountain National Park. Capetonians are spoilt for choice when it comes to hiking trails. A network of paths...

Hiking the Otter Trail: A Day by Day Account of South Africa's Most Iconic Trailhttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/hiking-the-otter-trail-a-day-by-day-account-of-south-africa-s-most-iconic-trail

04 May 2021 This is an iconic trail that people book for years in advance and I can fully understand why. The Otter trail will quite literally and figuratively take your breath away. This is an iconic trail that people book for years in advance and I can fully...

Silvermine Nature Reserve: Hiking the Cape Floral Regionhttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/silvermine-nature-reserve-hiking-the-cape-floral-region

07 April 2021 Spectacular Silvermine Fiona McIntosh goes hiking in the Silvermine section of Table Mountain National Park, one of the hotspots of the Cape Floral Kingdom World Heritage Site Pics Shaen Adey and Corinne Merry “Now this is an interesting one,” says...

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03 April 2021 Freshwater: Protecting Water Resources and Ensuring Sustainable Management Freshwater resources are essential for life, supporting ecosystems, agriculture, and human needs. This section highlights the importance of freshwater conservation in...

Bryde's Whale: Conservation and Research of this Vulnerable Mammalhttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/bryde-s-whale-conservation-and-research-on-this-vulnerable-mammal

03 April 2021 The Bryde's whale (Balaenoptera edeni) belongs to the baleen family of whales, together with blue whales and humpback whales. Bryde’s whales are commonly confused with Sei Whales, however, Bryde’s whales are smaller and inhabit predominantly tropical...

History of Wildlife Conservation: An Open Eyed Accounthttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/an-open-eyed-history-of-wildlife-conservation

02 April 2021 Today’s conservationists are taxed with protecting the living embodiments of tens of millions of years of nature’s creation, and they face unprecedented challenges for doing so — from climate change and habitat destruction to pollution and...

marine protected area https://conservationmag.org/en/tags/marine-protected-area

22 January 2021 Marine Protected Areas: Essential for Ocean Conservation and Biodiversity Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are critical for safeguarding ocean ecosystems and promoting marine biodiversity. These zones restrict human activity to protect vulnerable species,...

Boat Strikes Linked to Decline in the World's Largest Fish - Whale Sharkshttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/boat-strikes-linked-to-decline-in-the-world-s-largest-fish-whale-sharks

22 January 2021 Modelling of whale shark (Rhincodon typus) population trends, in a Marine Protected Area (MPA) in the Maldives, has linked changes in animal behaviour to injuries caused by boat strikes. Modelling of whale shark (Rhincodon typus) population trends, in...

Ocean and Climate Change Dialogues: The impact of Climate Change on our Oceanshttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/ocean-and-climate-change-dialogues-clarifying-the-impact-of-climate-change-on-our-oceans

15 January 2021 Scientific understanding of climate change has evolved over time. What was originally understood to be primarily an atmospheric issue is now understood to be an ocean issue too. In December, I participated in the Ocean and Climate Change Dialogues (the...

Kogelberg Nature Reserve’s Mbali Eco-cabins: Outdoors without leaving a footprinthttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/kogelberg-nature-reserve-s-mbali-eco-cabins-outdoors-without-leaving-a-footprint

11 December 2020 Development, growth, probably two of the words that get me the most concerned. What if everyone, all seven-plus billion of us just did a little development and expansion? Imagine the impact. But, there is genuinely some development that has limited...

The Great Migration in Africa - Unwitnessedhttps://conservationmag.org/en/travel/the-great-migration-in-africa-unwitnessed

09 December 2020 The plains trembled and the swirling, brown cloud of dust hovered as the wildebeest moved towards the Mara River - the Great Wildebeest Migration across the plains of East Africa had begun. The migration is one of the world’s most spectacular displays...

Two Oceans Aquarium: World Class Conservation for 25 Yearshttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/two-oceans-aquarium-world-class-conservation-for-25-years

29 November 2020 It all started with a dream. Two brothers wanted to build an aquarium in Cape Town that would make the world proud. The dream became a reality when on 13 November 1995, the Two Oceans Aquarium opened its doors to the public. There are 27,000 to 30,000...

Beautiful Natural Areas to Visit in Europehttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/beautiful-natural-areas-to-visit-in-europe

24 November 2020 A keen eye and a passionate spirit can lead to amazing new discoveries. We studied these key pollinators, that have been much overlooked and were finally able to give it its very own name. Europe has many places to visit that are rugged, wild, full of...