Some very good dogs are helping protect our tortoises by sniffing out what human eyes can’t quite spot! Western Cape, South Africa (25 February 2026) – South Africa isn’t…
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…
Borders don’t stop conservationists from saving wildlife. This mission spanned two countries to save one endangered Cape Vulture. KwaZulu-Natal (24 February 2026) – A vulture response group in South…
A group of rhinos has been safely moved to a secure reserve in South Africa. It’s another successful translocation in a much bigger initiative to save our white rhinos! …
SA’s vulture conservation heroes release Cape Vulture called Squiffy, who beat the odds and spread her wings! South Africa (13 February 2026) – Squiffy the Cape Vulture was found…
Forget Valentine’s Day! Did you know that February also carries World Hippo Day and World Pangolin Day!? Here’s your updated calendar for animal awareness in 2026. South Africa (10…
If you’ve dreamed about becoming a wild dog or conservation hero, this may be your shot to make a real difference! South Africa (10 February 2026) – Thanks to…
A good dose of penguin news to start the week! The Seabird Nursery at SANCCOB has all hands on deck, with 17 little African Penguin hatchlings, and more than 200…
Over-harvesting nearly led to its extinction. Now, the pepper bark – a culturally important medicinal tree in South Africa – has seen a positive change in its conservation status, proving…
For the first time in over 10 years, the nature reserve has welcomed a rare white lion cub! Limpopo, South Africa (05 February 2026) – Did you know that…
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