Introduction Over the past three decades, Africa's rhinoceroses have become one of conservation's greatest success stories. Faced with relentless poaching and…
When we picture the driving forces of the natural world, our minds naturally drift to the biggest creatures or the most…
There is a commonly-held myth that elephants are destructive feeders. This could not be further from the truth. They are phenomenally…
(Commonly but incorrectly called “Mopane Flies”) Introduction Across the savannas and woodlands of southern and central Africa, visitors frequently encounter tiny…
What is "Citizen Science"? Citizen science (also called “participatory science”) is increasingly important in today’s scientific world. It refers to the…
Victoria Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a top tourist destination and one of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders.…
Presentation by Phineas Chauke, Regional marketing Officer –NMMZ (Western Region) at workshop entitled "A Place for Biodiversity in Cultural Heritage", National…
The following list introduces common Southern Africa's snakes to L.P.H. students as a reference. Recognizing snakes, their habits and habitats, as…
There are about 143 species of snakes in Southern Africa, of which only 37 have fangs and venom that could cause…
Introduction “Urray nyoka!”, people shout when they see a snake, dangerous or harmless. Most Africans have lost the ancient knowledge of…
