Explore our archive of blogs about the animals and wildlife of South Africa. Discover native species, safaris, and conservation projects across this diverse nation.
Ever heard of the "stinky" whale that can outrun a speedboat? Meet the minke. They’re the smallest baleen whales in the sea, but they’ve got huge personalities (and even bigger appetites). Here’s a look at why these underwater speed demons are way cooler than you think!
Think all crows are the same? I used to, until I saw one in Melbourne use a car as a nutcracker. Here are 13 species that prove crows are way smarter than we think.
At 4 AM off Byron Bay, we slipped into the water looking for one thing, the spotted sharks Australians call leopards. What we found changed how I think about shark conservation forever.
Dragonflies are weird, ancient, and honestly a little terrifying, and they've been quietly running the show over every pond and meadow for 300 million years. Next time you spot one hovering over the water, take a second to appreciate what you're actually looking at.
That hammer-shaped head isn't a glitch in evolution, every millimetre of it is a precision sensory tool. Here are 10 things you probably didn't know about hammerhead sharks.
Think of a kelp forest as the ocean's version of a tropical rainforest—a towering, golden-hued cathedral of life hidden just beneath the waves. While most of us overlook these underwater forests, they are actually one of the planet's most productive ecosystems.
Ever pointed at a big bird on a fence post and yelled "Hawk!" only to have a birder gently tell you it’s just a vulture? Don't sweat it; even the pros have been there. Let’s cut through the confusion and break down 15 incredible kinds of hawks that actually earn the title.
From the peaks of Baja to the African savanna, a biologist reveals why vultures are more than "garbage eaters." Discover the heart behind these 15 types of vultures and their vital role.
I thought I knew dolphins - until I found myself surrounded by 50 of them in Bali. Turns out, there’s a whole world of species most of us never notice.
That moment when I watched a lemon shark wrestle sea turtles over a fish carcass? It changed everything. Here's what makes these yellow sharks so fascinating, and why we need to protect them.
The chaffinch might be one of the most common birds in Britain, but look closer and it’s anything but ordinary. Here are 12 fascinating facts about this colourful garden regular.
The peregrine falcon is proof that wildlife can recover when we choose protection over indifference. From near extinction to thriving in our cities, peregrines remind us that conservation works, and that even the wildest creatures can share the skies with us if we give them space to survive.
We tend to call everything “a bird,” but they’re not all built the same. This quick guide explores the main bird groups, from eagles and owls to parrots, songbirds, and seabirds, and how to tell them apart.
With its regal crest and exotic zebra-striped wings, the hoopoe looks straight out of a fairytale, but its nesting habits are pure horror movie. Meet the bird that weaponizes rot.
Think fruit bats are just creepy, blood-sucking creatures from horror movies? Think again. These giant, dog-faced megabats are actually some of the most important animals on the planet — and most people have no idea. Let's fix that.
