Wrecked cargo ship on SA West Coast breaks up, spills more oil

Wrecked cargo ship on SA West Coast breaks up, spills more oil

The cargo ship MV Ultra Galaxy, which ran aground on South Africa’s West Coast in July, has suffered further damage due to recent wintry and stormy weather. The severe conditions have caused the vessel to break apart even more, releasing oil onto nearby beaches and prompting a significant escalation in cleanup efforts. “The vessel, which … Read more

New penguin sanctuary opens in the Cape

New penguin sanctuary opens in the Cape

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

Bird flu is decimating seal colonies. Scientists don’t know how to stop it

Bird flu is decimating seal colonies. Scientists don’t know how to stop it

PORTLAND: Avian influenza is killing tens of thousands of seals and sea lions in different corners of the world, disrupting ecosystems and flummoxing scientists who don’t see a clear way to slow the devastating virus.The worldwide bird flu outbreak that began in 2020 has led to the deaths of millions of domesticated birds and spread … Read more