If you follow our account on Threads, you will notice my many calls for Paul Watson's release and my requests for your signature on the petition for his release. Today, it is my turn to add my voice to an article and tribute to Paul Watson. If you...
In a win for South African conservation, 26 areas in KwaZulu-Natal, including the world’s smallest desert, can now be legally recognised as nature reserves. This follows a legal stumbling block whereby the areas were unable to properly register with...
Slowly, the tiny ball in the wooden crate began to unwind. Its scales moved and a pointy nose followed by two black button eyes emerged. Natalie was entranced. The baby pangolin unwrapped its tail, holding out its front legs and gazed at her, asking to...
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...
Read the full exclusive interview. Old Man of the Sea: Captain Scott Smith on Shark Diving and Ocean Conservation. This transcript was electronically generated and may contain minor inaccuracies. Read the full exclusive interview. Old Man of the Sea:...
The ConservationMag Photography Awards celebrate the resilience of the natural world and the photographers who document it. We invite photographers from around the globe, amateur, professional, and youth, to share their vision of biodiversity,...
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...
Limited funds and resources hamper protected areas in Nigeria. Most face a shortage of protection staff and sound working equipment. Poachers and cattle herders who drive their livestock to graze inside protected areas are a threat. Because of these...
Climate adaptation is a trending topic with human impact on the environment reaching unprecedented levels. It is important to look at adaptation strategies from nature. Over millennia animals, including humans, had to develop adaptation methods to...
Are you passionate about the environment and looking for your next page-turner or a Christmas gift idea? Here are a few must-reads, thought-provoking environmental books - that would also make a nice present. Are you passionate about the environment...
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...
Along the Savé River, in the North-West of the Province of Inhambane, Zinave National Park transitions between the wet tropical lands and the dry lands of Mozambique; it represents an important crossing point for the nomadic animals migrating through...
Unless we stop and take notice of the impact we are having on this planet the future seems very dim. COVID-19 should be contained in wild places around the globe. By continually increasing our footprint and decreasing biodiversity we make pandemics a...
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...
Let’s take a moment to celebrate the ocean. Do me a favour and take a deep breath. Now, breathe out. When you are ready, repeat the process. Breathing is something we do without even thinking about it. Now, take a moment to thank the ocean, that...
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