SANCCOB introduces new offering at visitor centre The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) recently opened up The Coffee Fountain on 16 November, a brand new coffee shop located in its Visitor Centre in Table View. Offering views over the stunning Rietvlei Nature Reserve and Table Mountain, the coffee shop aids the foundation’s efforts … Read more
CapeNature and SANCCOB have collaborated to provide locals with an opportunity to protect the African penguin at Penguin Palooza taking place this weekend, on 26 October 2024. Participants stand a chance to partake in a unique experience of releasing an African penguin back into its natural habitat. African penguin in serious danger The African penguin is … Read more
The new upgraded facility, four times bigger than its predecessor, features multiple waterfalls, a pool, and cozy nesting spots for penguins and other seabirds. The enclosure is also equipped with mosquito netting (to prevent the potential spread of avian malaria) and has ample space for both the birds and visitors. ‘Home pen’ birds This new … Read more
A honey badger has shocked conservationists by killing 11 endangered African penguins at the De Hoop Nature Reserve African penguin colony. During a routine check of the colony last month, seabird conservationists found the remains of 11 African penguins – all victims of a honey badger attack. Christina Hagen at BirdLife South Africa and project … Read more
