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…
A young southern elephant seal has made himself at home along SA’s coastline, and locals have been doing exactly what’s needed to keep him safe and undisturbed. Western Cape,…
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…
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…
An attempt to relocate a small snake to a safe spot in the garden led to an unexpected moment of compassion this week, when a man helped his new reptile…
A massive environmental push in the Boosmansbos Wilderness Area has just shattered records! Western Cape, South Africa (18 November 2025) – Over one weekend, 21 volunteers were flown into…
Professor Robin Crewe from UP has just received one of the biggest scientific honours in the country – the John F.W. Herschel Medal from the Royal Society of South Africa….
Noël has her second Christmas miracle – a year after being rescued from Christmas Bay, she’s healthy and heading back home to the ocean. KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (14 November…
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