The Little Blue House and the Enchantment of Knysna The Knysna area, with its lush forests, dramatic coastline, and quaint towns, is a treasure trove for those seeking natural beauty and tranquillity. One recent drive from the Belvidere towards Brenton, however, unveiled an unexpected delight that captured my imagination and left me with lingering […]
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Winter Birding: Think again! Winter birding? Absolutely! While most folks think of winter as a quiet time for birds, it’s a whole different kind of adventure. Sure, some birds have flown off to warmer places, but the ones who stay behind put on a show worth seeing. Even in early winter (June), I spotted Olive
Wow, what a rainy night! It poured all night long, and by morning it was clear this wasn’t your typical winter drizzle. At 7:30 am, it was still coming down in sheets. The news reports said some areas got over 100mm of rain overnight, and by the looks of things, that was an understatement! The
The unseen treasures of Sedgefield: A Paradise on South Africa’s Garden Route. Sedgefield, a charming coastal town on South Africa’s scenic Garden Route, is more than just a tourist destination. It’s a place where life slows down, aligning with the town’s motto: “the tortoise sets the pace.” A Rich History Steeped in Nature Sedgefield boasts
The Magnificent Montagu Pass: A Journey Through the Western Cape The Montagu Pass, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, is a breathtakingly beautiful scenic route that winds its way through the majestic mountains of the Western Cape. This pass is not only a popular tourist destination, but it is also a vital part
Wilderness in the Western Cape Wilderness in the Western Cape, South Africa is a breathtaking landscape of rolling hills, pristine beaches, lagoons, forests, and rivers that are home to a rich and diverse range of flora and fauna. With its stunning natural beauty, the Wilderness area has become a popular tourist destination for outdoor
Outbreak of “avian botulism” and its effect on waterbirds in the Wilderness Lakes, South Africa. Birders came across dead and dying water birds at the Rondevlei bird hide near Sedgefield on the Garden Route on Monday 21 March 2022. Dead ducks were also observed at the connecting channel between Rondevlei and Langvlei on Monday.
Cape Shoveler, Anas smithii, Photographed near Cape Town on the Western Cape. Rietvlei is one of the prime birding spots near Cape Town. A morning’s birding with birdwatcher is always exiting and informative. A spotting scope is a good option as many birds including Grater Flamingo might be on the opposite shore.
Every year about the same time you may expect the unexpected at Rietvlei Nature Reserve.
Nature walks and birding in the Rust de Winter area on the border of Gauteng and Limpopo in South Africa.
