Biodiversity
The scientific value of UNESCO biosphere reserves
S Afr J Sci Pool-Stanvliet, R. & Coetzer, K. 2020.
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Video Marine Biodiversity Penguin Palooza 2020
Learn all about the importance of penguins and watch a penguin release from the view point of these incredible birds.
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Video Marine Biodiversity World Fisheries Day Fisheries Under Threat 2019
Learn why our fisheries are under threat and what is being done to save them in this fun video filmed on World Fisheries Day 2019.
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Video Webinar: Biodiversity World Ranger Day 2020
Learn about the important work that rangers do, the threats to biodiversity and what can be done to conserve it. Also learn what the day in the life of a field ranger is about.
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Video World Environment Day: Ecosystem Restoration with Mbali
Join Mbali as she interviews experts that are involved in ecosystem restoration. Available in English, Afrikaans, isiXhosa and isiZulu.
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Video: Webinar - Biodiversity State of Conservation Report 2020
In this interesting webinar, learn about the state of conservation in the Western Cape, what the threats are to biodiversity and what is being done to conserve it.
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Video: Webinar - The Wonderful World of Insects
Learn about why insects are so interesting and why they are so important in this fun webinar about these creepy crawlies.
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Video: Webinar - Web of Life - All about Interdependence
What is interdependence? Why is it important? Learn all about interdependence in this webinar presentation.
Western Cape Biodiversity Act
The stated purpose of the Act is to provide for the framework and institutions for nature conservation and the protection, management and sustainable use of biodiversity and ecosystems in the Western Cape; and for matters incidental thereto. This is to ensure human well-being and the long-term resilience of society and the economy through the conservation of protected areas.
Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan Handbook
The Western Cape is the country’s leading exporter of agricultural commodities, is a province of outstanding natural beauty and a preferred destination for tourists and permanent residents alike. Towards ensuring the wise management of biodiversity priority areas and sustainable development within a growing economy, the Western Cape Nature Conservation Board (CapeNature) has developed a province-wide Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan.
Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan: Summary Overview
The Western Cape is the country’s leading exporter of agricultural commodities, is a province of outstanding natural beauty and a preferred destination for tourists and permanent residents alike. Towards ensuring the wise management of biodiversity priority areas and sustainable development within a growing economy, the Western Cape Nature Conservation Board (CapeNature) has developed a province-wide Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan. This is a summary overview of said plan.