Keystone Species: Holding Ecosystems Together
When we picture the driving forces of the natural world, our minds naturally drift to the biggest creatures or the most…
Are Elephants Destructive Feeders?
There is a commonly-held myth that elephants are destructive feeders. This could not be further from the truth. They are phenomenally…
Stingless “Mopane” Bees of Southern Africa
(Commonly but incorrectly called “Mopane Flies”) Introduction Across the savannas and woodlands of southern and central Africa, visitors frequently encounter tiny…
Citizen Science and Game Counts
What is "Citizen Science"? Citizen science (also called “participatory science”) is increasingly important in today’s scientific world. It refers to the…
Ele-Collection : Plastic Waste to Building Material
Victoria Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a top tourist destination and one of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders.…
Biodiversity and Tourism
Presentation by Phineas Chauke, Regional marketing Officer –NMMZ (Western Region) at workshop entitled "A Place for Biodiversity in Cultural Heritage", National…
Common Snakes of Zimbabwe – A Quick Guide
The following list introduces common Southern Africa's snakes to L.P.H. students as a reference. Recognizing snakes, their habits and habitats, as…
Snakebite Prevention & Treatment
There are about 143 species of snakes in Southern Africa, of which only 37 have fangs and venom that could cause…
Snakes of Southern Africa – Physiology and Habits
Introduction “Urray nyoka!”, people shout when they see a snake, dangerous or harmless. Most Africans have lost the ancient knowledge of…
No Wetlands, No Water: the Road to Ramsar COP15. Why should it concern me?
.............................................................................. The following is a PowerPoint presentation by Julia Pierini, C.E.O. of BirdLife Zimbabwe to the Z.P.G.A. on Friday 16th May,…
