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…
JP stumbled across a rather curious-looking plant while conducting field work. What happened next solved a centuries-old mystery! Nieuwoudtville, South Africa (04 February 2026) – Nearly two centuries after…
Thousands entered, 48 were chosen and now just 12 remain. The Defender Trophy has revealed the South Africans who showed the skill, heart and teamwork needed to go further. …
A newly-discovered sea snail found in Cape Town’s Great African Seaforest has highlighted the remarkable biodiversity of our underwater kelp worlds! Cape Town, South Africa (03 February 2026) –…
A specially made ‘parent suit’ is helping rehabilitators rear two little Grey Crowned Cranes! KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (30 January 2026) – The KZN Crane Foundation has handed over a…
Another exciting happening for birders…The Birding Life Awards are running for the very first time – voting is open now! South Africa (29 January 2026) – The Birding Life…
Where mind meets heart
"The greatest discovery of any generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitude." - William James
