During 2020, a reported 394 rhino were poached for their horn in South Africa. This is 33% less than the 594 killed in 2019. This marks the sixth year that…
SA has a population of indigenous hedgehogs that are just the cutest; recently the JWVH took in an orphaned hedgehog and worked to rehabilitate her. Johannesburg, South Africa (01…
Only in South Africa… couple wake to find a crocodile in their swimming pool! North West, South Africa (30 January 2021) – There’s a crocodile in my Pool!!! The Wild Heart…
This is the adorable story of welcoming two unexpected baby dassies at a Wildlife Orphanage in Hoedspruit. Hoedspruit, South Africa (30 January 2021) – Ian and Michèle Merrifield officially opened…
The South African Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre sent out an alert after a few Sooty Terns, a coastal bird, have been found inland and in need of assistance. South Africa…
A baby hippo taking its first steps could be the cutest thing you see all day! Kruger National Park, South Africa (27 January 2021) – While driving in the…
When it comes to wooing aggressive females, spiders can really spin the charm… just ask David Attenborough and Jurgen Otto. Fatima Khan reports. Johannesburg, South Africa (27 January 2021)…
The Noordhoek Ratepayers Association is working with local organisations to protect their wetlands, and they need the help of everyone who loves the area. Noordhoek, South Africa (27 January…
A flooding river burst its bank right where a pair of buffalo were taking an afternoon nap; one minute they were sleeping peacefully and the next a rude awakening! …
Love them or hate them, snakes play an important role in our environment, so the Johannesburg Wildlife Vet did everything they could to save a little Brown House Snake. …
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