conservation

Bushbabies Monkey Sanctuary

André Craye talks about the Bushbabies monkey sanctuary in Magaliesberg, South Africa (e.g. history, goals, visitors centre). Continue reading

Wildlife – Rhino Facts

Knowing the difference between the two rhinocerous species in Africa could save your life if you are faced with either of these magnificent animals. Read this and other rhino facts ... Continue reading

Wildlife – Great White Sharks

Great White Sharks are the ocean's top predator and magnificent fish. They only start bearing young when they reach about 4 metres in length, which could take from 12 to 20 years. Read more great white shark facts. Continue reading

Wildlife – African Elephants

The African Elephant is the largest land mammal, with mature bulls reaching a record weight of 7 tons (15 400 lbs.). Elephant cows average two and a half metres tall and three tons. Continue reading

Wildlife – African Lions

The lion is the epitome of a carnivore. Records show that lion have taken rabbits, tortoises, porcupines, pangolins, aardvarks, birds, warthog, bushpig and crocodiles. Continue reading

Working with local Zulu communities

Rob and Janet Cuthbertson own a private game reserve in Hluhluwe (South Africa) and work very closely with the local Zulu communities. Read about the Young Evironmental Ambassador's course and other initiatives. Continue reading

Wildlife – Leopard Facts

A leopard female spends roughly half her time with the cubs and half away, hunting and feeding. Thus from the beginning the cubs become adapted to long periods of fasting interrupted by periods of gorging themselves. Read more leopard facts ... Continue reading

Protect Our Planet

Without nature and wildlife, humans would cease to exist.

As a species, we are becoming far more aware of the affect that our lifestyle is having on the planet.

We need create a balance between the needs of humans and of nature and wildlife.

We need to take responsibility (together!) for what happens to our world, and protect it for future generations. Continue reading

Environmental Cost of Consumerology

We all need to eat, have shelter, wear clothing (there are some who would argue this) and travel around. To do this, we buy clothes, houses, furniture, gas, water, vehicles, and the list goes on and on. However in undeveloped countries, this list is much shorter. “They’ve got warmth and sunshine” I’ve heard in rebuff as to why they “don’t have the same needs”. But this is changing big time now that India and China are becoming super-consumers. Continue reading

Wildlife – Buffalo Facts

Buffaloes are gregarious herbivores that gather into herds that may range from a few individuals to over 3000 animals. Known for turning on lions who've tried to predate a calf and sent the lion fleeing. Read interesting buffalo facts. Continue reading

Let Elephants Keep Their Ivory

This is a video message asking CITES members to let elephants keep their ivory. Dame Daphne Sheldrick shares her views on the ivory trade and the effects of poaching. Continue reading

Cheetahs saved by Kangal Dogs

Dr. Laurie Marker, Executive Director of the Cheetah Conservation Fund, held a talk on the 6th of May in Holland about cheetahs and what the CCF is doing to prevent these magnificent animals from becoming extinct. With her permission, I filmed the talk and made this video to promote their invaluable work. Continue reading

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