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Sunbirds
... The tongue can be extended, out
of the beak, to almost the same length
of the beak.
The bill is slender and curved, with a sharp point. The bill has a serrated tip to enable the sunbird to break into the corolla
of the flower...
EnglishHow to Identify Common Duiker
...They have a tuft
of dark hair between the horns, or just on the head in the case
of the females as horns are absent, and a dark stripe down the centre
of the face...
EnglishLarge-Spotted Genet
...The large-spotted genet has a shoulder height
of 210 mm, but this species is short legged. The elongated body has a length
of 460 mm and a mass
of 1.6 kg...
EnglishSkilpad Wildflower Reserve
...Skilpad Wildflower ReserveSkilpad Wildflower ReserveSpringtime BeautyThe Skilpad Wildflower Reserve is located just west
of the town
of Garies and forms part
of the Namaqua National Park...
EnglishSnowboarding 101
...There are a number
of disciplines to choose from, including Freeride, Freestyle, Alpine, Backcountry, Border-cross and Slalom, with many
of the rules derived from skiing...
EnglishLlandudno
...©Jean TresfonAerial view
of the scenic coastline
of Llandudno and Sandy Bay beach, Western Cape.Surprisingly, development is curtailed on this lovely stretch
of coast, and regular picnic spots have been built alongside the road so that you can stop..
EnglishPastures in South Africa
...Pastures in South AfricaPastures in South AfricaThe planting
of pastures to supply food for animals is determined by the soil type and climate, the intended end-use
of the pasture as well as the type
of animal and production stage
of the animal...
EnglishCape Crow
...The Cape crow is one
of the main hosts
of the greater spotted cuckoo. It is estimated that 10%
of nests are parasitised.Cape Crow BehaviourThe Cape crow forages and feeds on the ground. Normally seen in pairs or small flocks...
EnglishBuffalo Movement
...Buffalo MovementBuffalo MovementPathfindersThe movements
of a herd
of buffalo are determined by specific individuals known as ‘pathfinders’. These are not necessarily dominant animals but they simply act as leaders to the herd...
EnglishWhat Do Lions Eat?
...They may dig warthogs out
of their burrows or pick off antelope lying up in the grass.
They rid populations
of their sick and weak members...
EnglishElim is a Mission Station
...Church in Elim, Western Cape.As is to be expected, the focus
of the town is the old church, which has pride
of place in the centre
of the settlement...
EnglishWhat Do Vervet Monkeys Look Like?
...The teeth are kept sharp because the edge
of the upper canines occludes to the edge
of the lower premolars and every action
of the teeth refines the cutting surface. Vervet monkeys have long tails, which are important instruments
of balance...
EnglishPraying Mantis Side Table
...Inspired by the praying mantis, it harnesses the lines
of its form and wings to create functionality and design.
This piece forms part
of a range inspired by nature’s organic shapes, honouring the characteristics
of the chosen materials...
EnglishBrown Ceramic Bowl
...The artist decorated the bowl with the image
of an oryx, a species
of antelope that wanders the sandy wastelands
of Southern Africa.
The animals take on another dimension through the sculptor’s imaginative extension
of clay...
EnglishKingfisher Mating and Nesting
...A particular pair
of breeding Pied kingfishers may have a number
of helpers, mostly males assisting them with tasks such as feeding and incubation...
EnglishOur Environment
...Our EnvironmentOur EnvironmentSouth AfricaOur environment is a complex mix
of physical, chemical and biological factors that influence us and ultimately determines our form
of survival...
EnglishYellow Gold and Emerald Ring
...Yellow Gold and Emerald RingYellow Gold and Emerald RingTimeless TaleBuy a wearable piece
of art that will stand the test
of time. This superb ring is a feat
of design and quality, with several precious stones on glorious display...
EnglishSalty Ice Plant for Salads
...The leaves are used in the treatment
of dysentery (infection
of the intestines) and diseases
of the liver and kidney. Sailors used the leaves to treat scurvy on long sea voyages...
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