Wildlife

What Happens to our Ecosystems if There are no More Rhinos?

by Staff Writer@GoodThingsGuySeptember 22, 2024September 17, 2024 369 0

Rhinos play a vital role in the environment, helping protect the ecosystem – This World Rhino Day, we learn how they improve our natural spaces.   South Africa (22 September…

WWF SA Sees 80% Drop in Rhino Poaching at KZN Park Where Dehorning Took Place

by Staff Writer@GoodThingsGuySeptember 19, 2024September 19, 2024 155 0

Dehorning brings about an 80% drop in poaching in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, but criminal syndicates continue to look for weak spots.   KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (19 September 2024) – The mass…

Rescued Meerkat “Ungulungu” Finds New Home in Kalahari

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2024September 14, 2024 11,891 0

Through the dedicated efforts of the wildlife experts and a kind pilot, Ungulungu was able to return to his natural habitat in the Kalahari.   Limpopo, South Africa (15 September…

Local Vulture Whisperer up for ‘Nobel Prize’ of Animal Conservation 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguySeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024 10,720 0

Local champion of wildlife welfare and conservation, ‘Vulture Whisperer’ Kerri Wolter, has been nominated for the ‘Nobel Prize’ of animal conservation!   Global (13 September 2024) — When Kerri Wolter…

A Tiny Miracle: Delicate Surgery Saves Cape Dwarf Chameleon

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024 6,882 0

A tiny miracle made hearts beam in the Cape recently after a Cape Dwarf Chameleon with a punctured lung was saved thanks to delicate surgery and the heroes who made…

Binti the Baby Rhino Comes Home Strong After Medical Scare 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguySeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024 137 0

Binti, the baby rhino, has had quite the medical scare recently, but thanks to an incredible veterinary team, she has finally come home!   Undisclosed Location, South Africa (13 September…

Cape Gannet on the Road to Recovery After Ingesting 3cm Fishing Hook

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 10, 2024September 10, 2024 81 0

Thanks to the swift actions of veterinarians, a Cape Gannet has been spared a tragic fate after swallowing a 3cm triple hook.   Durban, South Africa (10 September 2024) –…

66 Cape Fur Seals Rescued from Tangled Troubles This Year!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 9, 2024September 9, 2024 196 0

66 Cape Fur Seals have been rescued from tangled troubles this year already, thanks to seal heroes and their invisible capes!   Cape Town, South Africa (09 September 2024) —…

Remember Magadani Shares How Curiosity Led Her to Becoming a Dedicated SANparks Volunteer

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024 5,842 0

Remember Magadani’s love for wildlife and nature began as a young girl and she has now found fulfilment in her volunteer work at Kruger National Park.   Kruger National Park,…

From “Saddest Elephant” to Thriving: Charlie’s Joyful New Life in the Wild!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeSeptember 5, 2024October 7, 2024 76,443 0

After decades of captivity, Charlie the elephant is now thriving in freedom at Shambala Private Reserve, joyfully adapting to his new life in the wild.   South Africa (05 September…