Growing up in the '70s and '80s with an aunt who is a dietician, the conversation around the dinner table and at family get-togethers very often resolved to the balanced diet. I fondly remember she had a way to explain the food groups where the thumb...
A mass poisoning event in the Lionspruit Game Reserve, near Marloth Park, Mpumalanga, has resulted in the tragic loss of over 100 vultures, delivering a catastrophic blow to species already facing a severe risk of extinction, conservationists have...
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...
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...
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...
I am a bridge camera enthusiast, especially when it comes to my outdoor adventures. I provide you with a form factor to easily take along on a birding hike and the ability to catch a moment without changes lenses. Nikon's Coolpix P950 compact bridge...
Looking for a BIG zoom for that next African Safari look no further than the Nikon P1000. With an unbelievable 3000mm equivalent zoom, no other bridge camera or very few DSLR lenses comes anywhere close to this range. But does it deliver an all-round...
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...
Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve is located just 30 kilometres outside of Ceres and only 2 hours’ drive outside of Cape Town. When snow falls, you need to be quick to get there; there is no guarantee it’ll be around for long. I have created a...
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...
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I had never heard of Thomas Stokoe until about 3 years ago when I began my excellent hiking adventure with someone who just loves the flora in this area. I got my hands on a book and a map both by Peter Slingsby and happened to read all about a most...
In the heart of the Free State grasslands, where the golden fields shimmer before a late afternoon thunderstorm, there stands a lonesome road sign. The nails holding it up is rusted and old, the paint slowly being eroded away by weather and time. In...
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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...
Jaguar tourism is about to flourish as the dry season (May-September) approaches in the largest floodplain of the world, the Brazilian Pantanal. Each year, more and more people, mostly foreigners, travel to a few certain locations where jaguars are...
Eswatini undertakes financing training for its Protected Areas with Wilderness Foundation Africa’s Innovative Finance Team Eswatini’s Protected Areas (PAs) cover approximately 4% of the country and are rich in biodiversity with their share of endemism...
“It must be terrifying,” muses the young man in the camo uniform. Strange words from someone with a 9mm on his hip. He continues: “I’ve actually tried to imagine what it must be like to be a poacher in the bush who suspects there’s a stopper group out...
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...
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...
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