Birds are telling secrets that better help scientists understand and conserve one of the most threatened ecosystems in South Africa… Free State, South Africa (24 February 2026) – Toka…
Did you know that these remarkable, endangered birds can survive for up to 70 years, and that their deep calls (as captured in the video below) can resonate across the…
Mildred, killer of fingers… Springs, South Africa (20 January 2026) – The team at the South African Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre doesn’t usually receive patients with warning labels written on…
Wildlife presenter Robert Irwin has shared his list of birds with the best ‘Rizz’, and Red-crested Korhaan’s dramatic courtship display earns a spot. South Africa (20 January 2026) –…
Did you know that pangolins grow on trees? North Coast, South Africa (06 January 2025) – Well, not really, but the Raphia australis, also known as the Kosi palm,…
Sometimes a baby bird is injured and needs your help. Sometimes nature has it handled. Knowing how to tell the difference earns you an honorary ‘bird hero’ badge. South…
Have you ever wondered how wildlife teams feed nectar-loving baby birds? Turns out, it’s pretty darn cute. KwaZulu-Natal (13 October 2025) – FreeMe Wildlife recently welcomed tiny and very…
When Hansie and Grietjie took up residence in the Wells’ yard, they became a part of the family! Cape Town, South Africa (10 September 2025) – For two years,…
Cape Town conservation teams have been responding to a avian flu outbreak, urging residents to help protect local seabirds by reporting any sick or dead birds. Cape Town, South…
As we reach the peak of winter, rehabilitated vultures rejoined their mates and rebuild their place in the ecosystem. South Africa (25 July 2025) – In the heart of…
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