When the SPCA Pietermaritzburg team arrived in New Hanover to assist animals affected by the devastating floods, they were met with a heartbreaking scene. New Hanover, South Africa (04…
After narrowly surviving shark predation, this resilient feathered spirit pulled through! Thanks to the SANCCOB team, an African penguin dubbed ‘AP080’ gets to enjoy the beautiful, happy ending we all…
Now we’re all one wildflower and whistle richer! South Africa (28 November 2025) – Mother Nature had it handled long before we ever did. She gave us the Bushman’s…
A young yearling in Gouritz became another victim of discarded fishing gear last week. Luckily, SMART volunteers jumped into action and set it free. Western Cape, South Africa (26…
Reptiles are frequently overlooked, both in welfare laws and public sentiment – this is a win worth celebrating! Johannesburg, South Africa (26 November 2025) – A major animal-cruelty case…
If, like me, you grew up a little obsessed about frogs, Wildlife in Vernacular is going to make your amphibian-loving heart warm! South Africa (25 November 2025) – South…
Walker Bay Nature Reserve has been recognised with a Green Coast Award for the 2025/26 season, confirming its spot as one of the Western Cape’s best-managed natural coastal sites. …
The Nuwejaars Wetlands Special Management Area was established in 2008. South Africa (24 November 2025) – A group of landowners sat around a table in August 2003 and signed…
A breakthrough discovery has revealed a new population of South Africa’s most endangered bird, the Botha’s Lark, offering fresh hope after 18 months without sightings. BirdLife South Africa and volunteers…
As many plan to hit the beaches in December, CapeNature is asking all of us to enjoy our coastline with a little extra awareness, especially when it comes to Cape…
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