LPH Exam Paper Question on the Berg Adder and Effects of Snake Venoms
In the February 2025 LPH exams, the following question was asked in the Habits and Habitats module: “A berg adder will…
Honey Badger
The honey badger (Mellivora capensis) is also known as the ratel. The name "ratel" comes from Afrikaans and refers to the animal's…
Hwange Lion Research Project
The Hwange Lion Research Project was launched in 1999. It has become one of the longest-running studies of lions as well…
The Impala of Rifa
The Impala of Rifa, reproduced below, was written by Leslee Maasdorp, and published in Harare by Zimbabwe Hunters Association, 1st Edition,…
Ruminants
Leslee Maasdorp wrote The Impala of Rifa. Within this hugely informative booklet is an article by Graham Smith entitled “Detailed Account…
Termites at Rifa
Introduction Termites play an immense role in the ecosystems of Africa. The large termite mounds at Rifa, each with up to…
Age Determination in Elephants
by Leslee Maasdorp (Writing for Zimbabwe Hunters' Association's Rifa Conservation Camp) Introduction Age determinations of elephant are important in population studies.…
Pangolins – armoured, but they still need protection
Tikki Hywood Foundation presentation by Ellen Connelly & Cara Trivella to ZPGA, March 2024
Zimbabwe’s Wetlands: Policy Concerns & Recommendations
The following is an illustrated text version of a presentation Wetlands given by Julia Pierini, C.E.O. of Birdlife Zimbabwe at the…
Wetlands & Human Wellbeing, Part 2
The following is an illustrated text version of a presentation Wetlands & Human Wellbeing given by Dorothy Wakeling at the Highlands…
