Global trade in wild animals is soaring – South Africa’s laws aren’t doing enough to prevent harm
South Africa urgently needs to adopt a streamlined and interconnected approach to wildlife trade law at the provincial, ...
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Only 3% of South Africans can name all five national animals and plants. Why these symbols matter
Reflecting its mega-biodiversity status, South Africa boasts five national animal and plant symbols. These are the national animal (springbok), fish (galjoen), bird (blue crane), flower (king ...
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Rare new Guinean flower is ‘canary in a coal mine’ — but in an actual iron mine
Martin Cheek first entered the Boyboyba Forest in southeastern Guinea in September 2022 to look for an extremely rare plant ...
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South Africa: Global Trade in Wild Animals Is Soaring - South Africa's Laws Aren't Doing Enough to Prevent Harm
The authors spoke with The Conversation Africa about their South ... of the animals used for commercial purposes. Enforcement falls primarily to the underfunded nonprofit National Council of ...
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Global trade in wild animals is soaring—South Africa's laws aren't doing enough to prevent harm
The authors spoke with The Conversation Africa about their South ... of the animals used for commercial purposes. Enforcement falls primarily to the underfunded nonprofit National Council of ...
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Top 20 most beautiful South African flowers you need to see
Besides South Africa's national flower, which are the country's most captivating flowers? Immersing yourself in nature and observing stunning flowers offer more benefits than enjoying the view.
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In South Africa, an Accessible Sabi Sabi Safari Caters to All the Senses
Lucy Edwards, influencer, journalist and disability activist, on her safari experience as a Disabled traveler.
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Two dangerous bugs, capable of devastating crops, caught at Dulles
The flowers were ... bug known to occur in South Africa that has a voracious appetite and causes extensive damage to vegetation. The USDA entomologist consulting the national pest identifier ...
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How to Stop the Next Viral Pandemic
A new combo of climate and habitat crises, along with immune system stress, is driving more bat-borne viruses to afflict us ...
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The Bald Eagle Is Finally, Officially Our National Bird—Thanks to This Man
Preston Cook’s love of the iconic raptor has led to a collection of 40,000 objects and, now, a quest to finally bring the ...
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Photos: Top new species from 2024
A giant anaconda, a vampire hedgehog, a dwarf squirrel, and a tiger cat were among the new species named by science in 2024.