Luxury safari lodges such as Tsowa walk an environmental tightrope mainly invisible to guests, so we decided to go behind the scenes to give you a detailed glimpse. “Among the most important guest requirements these days is a good bed, good food,...
Captivating journey through the heart of the Smoky Mountains National Park, where the enchanting Fireflies Show unfolds in a mesmerizing symphony of light. Immerse yourself in the magic of nature's glow as we explore the intricacies of firefly...
Upon first glance, a piece of bullwhip kelp (also known as bull kelp and Nereocystis lutkeana) looks rather alien. Smooth and tubular, it extends from the bottom of the seafloor to the surface with floating, leaf-like blades. Upon first glance, a piece...
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Making a Difference: Inspiring Stories and Actions in Conservation Explore inspiring stories of individuals and organizations making a tangible impact in conservation and environmental protection. From grassroots initiatives to large-scale projects,...
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...
Lion breeders began sharpening their claws and preparing to pounce when the Department of Environmental Affairs’ High-Level Panel proposed the phasing out of captive-bred lions. This latest call for a task team to come up with exit options has got...
‘The Amazon Rainforest is on fire!’ A symbolic interpretation of this expression indicates that the forest is doing well and being cared for by us. Indeed, neither the forest nor we are fortunate enough to claim this. So, what is happening? Why should...
Scientists behind a decade-long biodiversity study published Wednesday, which showed "frightening" declines of insects and spiders in German grasslands and forests, are calling for a "paradigm shift" in land-use policy. "Current initiatives to address...
In the remote parts of Northern Kenya, a massive 42,000 square kilometres of open bushland will now be the home of a high-tech fortress being built to protect its rhinos. Thanks to the introduction of a project called Connected Conservation, the...
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...
Let’s start with some basic biology. Plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into chemical energy that takes the form of organic compounds that they use for growth and reproduction. The process also produces other gases, called...
Within the last 20 years, the leopard population has drastically decreased in South Africa and worldwide. One of the most significant contributors to leopard mortality is human-wildlife conflict and loss of habitat. Owen Grobler, wildlife photographer...
“There is probably no more spectacular place in the world than Cape Town and Table Mountain” Sir Edmund Hillary Hiking on Table Mountain, one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, is undoubtedly spectacular. But I’m often asked whether it is ‘safe’....
As someone who’s always been fascinated by the tiny, intricate world of insects, I’ve spent years trying to capture their beauty through photography. Like many nature enthusiasts and conservationists, I wanted to document the incredible diversity...
The stench is the first thing many people notice. When you live near a CAFO (concentrated animal feeding operation), you know the smell. The stench is the first thing many people notice. When you live near a CAFO (concentrated animal feeding...
What if Monopoly wasn't about bankrupting your friends, but about saving the planet from bankruptcy? We all know the feeling of playing a city-building game like SimCity. You zone industrial areas, build skyscrapers, and watch your bank account grow....
When you think of the Cape Town Two Oceans Aquarium, you probably think of beautiful exhibits, animals of all shapes and sizes and, if you have visited the Aquarium, the dedicated and passionate staff. But the Aquarium is an organisation with a higher...
Tortoises are some of our most fascinating fauna. The unique domed shaped carapace combined with their slow gate and unusual appearance never fail to attract attention to wildlife enthusiasts. Tortoises are some of our most fascinating fauna. The...
Discover how EOS Data Analytics (EOSDA) leverages AI and ML to fight climate change through precise satellite imagery analytics for agriculture, forestry, and more. Learn about EOSDA Crop Monitoring, LandViewer, and custom projects, including soil...
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...
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