Meet the Binturong Often misunderstood as a curious blend of bear and cat, the binturong is a tree-dwelling mammal native to the rainforests of South and Southeast Asia. With shaggy black fur, a long prehensile tail and an unmistakable aroma...
An African safari might just be the best holiday you can give yourself as the exceptional experiences that the continent offers are unforgettable adventures. Once you set foot on its shores, Africa takes hold of you. The epic scale of wide spaces is...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The 2024 Living Planet Index (LPI) paints a troubling picture of our planet’s ecosystems, showing a 73% decline in the average size of monitored wildlife populations from 1970 to 2020. This alarming trend highlights the profound impact of human...
For the adventurous spirit craving both salt and soil, with hearts drawn to the deep and souls stirred by the wild, KwaZulu-Natal offers a rare kind of magic. It’s an unfolding of Africa’s most majestic wildlife encounters on land, and technicolour...
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...
Knysna Elephant Park turns 30. A significant milestone at the Knysna Elephant Park. We find out more about the all-important research by the pioneering African Elephant Research Unit. Knysna’s Elephant Park is more than a tourist destination keeping...
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Conservation for Kids: Fun and Educational Ways to Protect Wildlife and the Planet Explore the exciting world of conservation designed especially for kids! This section offers engaging and educational content on how young people can help protect the...
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...
Freshwater crayfish have inhabited New Zealand for millions of years. They have dark, hard, and mottled shells, allowing them to blend in with logs and mud as they seek cover from predators. At night the crustaceans search for food, their strong...
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