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African vulture conservation project marks another milestone.
A pair of endangered African Egyptian Vultures have made the final leg of their 16Â 600km journey from San Diego and are now in their...

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Remembering Tigers, By Remembering Wildlife.
This hardcover coffee table book, the ninth in the series, is a collection of 88 stunning colour images donated by many of the world’s...


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Urban Encounters: Coexisting with Wildlife.
Humans and wildlife have been competing for space, food, and water for millennia. Our Stone Age ancestors had a tougher time, relying on...


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Charley the Elephant to Retire from National Zoological Garden.
A charming and charismatic member of the National Zoo community who has entertained, enthralled and educated thousands Charley, the adult...

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Vulpro and partners take major step in Egyptian Vulture conservation in South Africa.
In a significant move to restore Egyptian Vultures as a breeding species in South Africa, Vulpro – in collaboration with the World Bird...


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Reversing the Red to halt species extinction.
South Africa has done much and has lots to be proud of. But way more still needs to be done. South Africa is one of only 17 megadiverse...


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Launch of "Conservation Status of the Reptiles of South Africa, Eswatini, and Lesotho" to shed light on conservation efforts.
Reptiles across South Africa, Eswatini, and Lesotho face increasing threats to their survival, including habitat loss, climate change,...


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SANBI to host Citizen Science Awareness workshop: empowering communities for aquatic ecosystem conservation.
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) in collaboration with the Department of Water Sanitation (DWS) and Nature...


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Celebrating the 17th Birthday of Komodo Dragons Indie and Herman
In a milestone celebration, the National Zoological Garden (NZG) of South Africa is delighted to announce the 17th birthday of its...

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Infrastructure upgrades and animal collection at the National Zoological Garden.
Home to nearly 5000 animals; a haven for vulnerable and endangered species; invested in offering thousands of visitors an entertaining...


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Locking horns with challenges: how wildlife vets play a vital role in advancing conservation.
South Africa has to ramp up its conservation efforts, including in the protection of threatened and endangered species, in order to meet...


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TSWALU KALAHARI RESERVE has launched Prints for a Purpose, a digital photographic gallery featuring
TSWALU KALAHARI RESERVE has launched Prints for a Purpose, a digital photographic gallery featuring a collection of limited-edition...


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Pretoria Zoo’s Cape vulture breeding programme is flying high!
Supporting conservation work and safeguarding the future of the species. The National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria is tremendously...


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Ford Wildlife Foundation Continues Support for SANCCOB
The Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF) has a long and proud legacy of supporting environmental research, conservation and education across...


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PTA Zoo celebrates new arrivals that bolster genetic diversity & conservation of threatened species.
The National Zoological Garden in Pretoria is notching up impressive wins in its mission to breed animal species that face an uncertain...


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Far from the Madding Crowd
Exclusivity and privacy at the new luxury eco-retreat Riverhorse Lodge in the heart of the Greater Nature Cradle Reserve. Riverhorse...

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INDULGE IN A KAROO WILDERNESS RETREAT - FROM THE START THE MAGIC SURROUNDS YOU.
Longing for a break from reality? Does it feel as though you haven’t had a proper escape from your constant routine of everyday life?...


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CROCHETED PARROTS HELP WOMEN TO SUPPORT THEIR FAMILIES WHILST SAVING ENDANGERED BIRDS
Crocheted parrots are serving a double lifeline role – they provide a livelihood for the women who knit the cute toy birds whilst also...

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Innovative Partnership Paves the Way for Spreading Environmental and Sustainable Change
Hi-Tec and I’m Not Plastic Join Forces for a Sustainable Future: Refill and Recycle! Hi-Tec and I’m Not Plastic have joined forces for a...
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