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Atlantic Puffin: Facts About its Fascinating Lifehttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/atlantic-puffin-facts-about-its-fascinating-life

09 October 2022 The Atlantic puffin consistently ranks high in the list of Britain's favourite birds and has been lovingly dubbed ‘The clown of the sea’. The Atlantic Puffin is one of the most recognisable seabirds in the world and has gained icon status due to its...

We tracked 300,000 trees only to find that rainforests are losing their power to help humanityhttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/300-000-trees-only-to-find-that-rainforests-are-losing-their-power-to-help-humanity

10 March 2020 Tropical forests matter to each and every one of us. They suck colossal quantities of carbon out of the atmosphere, providing a crucial brake on the rate of climate change. Yet, new research we have just published in Nature shows that intact tropical...

The Oscars for Adventurershttps://conservationmag.org/en/video/the-oscars-for-adventurers

06 November 2022 The world’s most epic film festival, BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival. This year’s BANFF Mountain Film Festiv al will be the 19th year that Cape Union Mart brings one of the biggest mountain festivals in the world to South African shores. The...

Pangolins in Peril - Will they go extinct before most know they exist?https://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/pangolins-in-peril

15 March 2019 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...

The medicinal plant uses of flowers, plants and herbs in ancient remedieshttps://conservationmag.org/en/sustainable-lifestyle/medicinal-plant-uses-flowers-plants-herbs-ancient-remedies

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...

Saving our closest relatives: An Interview with the world’s only Bonobo Sanctuaryhttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/saving-our-closest-relatives-an-interview-with-the-world-s-only-bonobo-sanctuary

08 September 2020 First things first, you might be asking yourself ‘Funky name, but what on earth is a Bonobo?’. Also known as the pygmy chimpanzee, bonobos are primates found in the Congo basin in Africa, and they also happen to be our closest living relatives...

Should We Kill All the Mosquitoes? A Conservationist’s Dilemma https://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/should-we-kill-all-the-mosquitoes-a-conservationists-dilemma

05 November 2025 Mosquito-borne diseases cause nearly a million human deaths each year, making mosquitoes, by far, the deadliest animals on Earth. They spread dengue, Zika, chikungunya, yellow fever, West Nile virus, and malaria. Given how deadly they are and how...

Five satellite images that show how fast our planet is changinghttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/five-satellite-images-that-show-how-fast-our-planet-is-changing

02 June 2021 You have probably seen satellite images of the planet through applications like Google Earth. These provide a fascinating view of the surface of the planet from a unique vantage point and can be both beautiful to look at and useful aids for planning....

Illuminating Hope: Photographer Capturing the Spirit of South Africa's Lighthouses for a Causehttps://conservationmag.org/en/photography/illuminating-hope-photographer-capturing-the-spirit-of-south-africas-lighthouses-for-a-cause

25 May 2023 Well-Known Photographer Steven Greaves will set Sail on a Transformative Journey to Raise Awareness about Addiction and Depression. In a quest to bring about positive change in the lives of South Africa's youth, a passionate photographer has embarked...

Change, Embracing the Inner Nomad and the Emotional Toll https://conservationmag.org/en/sustainable-lifestyle/change-embracing-the-inner-nomad-and-the-emotional-toll

18 January 2024 I sit on my computer, listening to soft jazz in my headphones in my local Browns Bay, Auckland coffee shop. My escape from the solitude of home. I am on the cusp of another significant change in my life. Completing my transit Visa forms for Australia....

Mozambique Hails Golden Jubilee Gems and Conservation Wins in Zinave and Banhine National Parkshttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/mozambique-hails-golden-jubilee-gems-and-conservation-wins-in-zinave-and-banhine-national-parks

25 July 2023 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...

Must Read Environmental Books for 2020https://conservationmag.org/en/sustainable-lifestyle/must-read-environmental-books-for-2020

09 December 2020 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...

Where Do South Africa's Whales Go? Following Their Journey Through Satellite Trackinghttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/where-do-south-africas-whales-go-following-their-journey-through-satellite-tracking

01 October 2024 South Africa's coastline is a crucial home to the southern right whales, especially between Nature's Valley and Muizenberg. Over the past 55 years, researchers at the Mammal Research Institute (MRI) Whale Unit, University of Pretoria, have monitored...

Fossil Fuel Countries Plan Massive Production Expansion While Committing to Emissions Targetshttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/fossil-fuel-countries-plan-massive-production-expansion-while-committing-to-emissions-targets

09 November 2023 Whether we like it or not, we humans are justification machines. We can justify anything, for example, why we drive the car we do, why we stopped the exercise, why our relationships ended. Just spend a moment in court, and you will notice the...

Nikon Z6ii Review for Wildlife Photography on Safarihttps://conservationmag.org/en/photography/nikon-z6ii-review-for-wildlife-photography-on-safari

03 August 2023 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...

Be a Backyard Scientist: Your Guide to Saving Species with Your Phonehttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/be-a-backyard-scientist-your-guide-to-saving-species-with-your-phone

03 July 2025 “I used to walk past flowers and trees without noticing them. Now, I find myself learning their names and their pollinators, all because I uploaded one photo on a citizen science app”- a Zoologist Imagine clicking a photo of an insect, plant, or any...

Over 100 Vultures Poisoned in Mpumalanga Game Reserve, Conservationists Sound Alarmhttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/over-100-vultures-poisoned-in-mpumalanga-game-reserve-conservationists-sound-alarm

19 May 2025 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...

Urban Green Spaces: The Secret to Happier, Healthier Citieshttps://conservationmag.org/en/component/content/article/urban-green-spaces-the-secret-to-happier-healthier-cities?catid=65

09 June 2025 Modern city dwellers remain creatures of nature at heart, and growing research underlines how green spaces in urban environments shape our psychological well-being. In an article by Metka Novak, award-winning urban and environmental planner Tony...

Table Mountain: What you need to know to take the cableway up and hike downhttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/table-mountain-what-you-need-to-know-to-take-the-cable-way-up-and-hike-down