Research and resource library
Protection levels show imperiled SA reptiles not sufficiently safe-guarded despite low extinction risk
Biological Conservation 233:61-72. K.A. Tolley, J. Weeber, B. Maritz, L. Verburgt, M.F. Bates, W. Conradie, M.D. Hofmeyr, A.A. Turner, J.M. da Silva and G.J. Alexander. 2019.
Reconstruction of the historical distribution ranges of imperilled stream fishes
Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems 30:144–158. Chakona A, Gouws G, Kadye WT, Jordaan MS & Swartz ER. 2020.
The scientific value of UNESCO biosphere reserves
S Afr J Sci Pool-Stanvliet, R. & Coetzer, K. 2020.
The implications of reclassification of South African wildlife species as farm animals
South African Journal of Science 116. Somers, M.J., Walters, M., Measey, J., Strauss, W.M., Turner, A.A., Venter, J.A., Nel, L., Kerley, G.I.H., Taylor, W.A. & Moodley, Y. 2020.
Radio Interview: Fire
Learn all about fire, why it is a threat and what can be done to prevent it. Available in English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa.
Radio Interview: Climate Change - Earth Day
Radio Interview: Water & Biodiversity -Wetlands Day 2020
Radio Interview: Water - Water Week
These interesting and informative English and Afrikaans Radio interviews remind us why water is so important and why it needs to be conserved.
Radio Interview: Day in the Life of a Field Ranger
Ever wonder what a field ranger does on a day to day basis? Listen to our rangers tell you all about their interesting work at CapeNature!
Radio Interview_ Biodiversity - Illegal Harvesting
Listen to our Field Rangers talk about biodiversity crime.
Radio Interview: Fire Management
Listen to one of the CapeNature Field Rangers speak about Fire, why it is important to prevent it and what the entity is doing to manage fire in the Western Cape.
Radio Interview: Invasive Species
Listen to one of CapeNature's Field Rangers speak about invasive species, what is being done to eradicate them and prevent further spread.