To start things off, I would like to introduce myself. Hello! My name is Amy, I am 13 years old and have a passion for caring for animals. When I am older, I would like to concentrate my education on becoming a exotic vet. I want to help as many animals I can and help...

Aardvarks are curious looking mammals and maybe a creature you are not too familiar with. Despite their appearance, they are not related to anteaters, they are actually from the same group of mammals as the African elephants! Continuing reading to learn some interesting facts about these incredibly cute, but unusual creatures, #factfriday. Incredible insectivores Aardvarks...

South Africa is recognised as one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. It is home to 20,000 species of flora, an astonishing 10% of the worlds flowering species, making it one of the top contributors to the global ecology. Seventy percent of the Capes Floral Kingdoms impressive 9,600 plant species, are found no...

Ubuntu Wildlife Trust is extremely proud to partner with the Hluhluwe rugby club Youth team in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The coach has personally sponsored and run this team for many years and we are proud to be able to step in and help grow this wonderful initiative further. There are currently over 50 young rural...

When you think about poaching in South Africa, you may see a chilling image of a mountain of rhino horns, or an elephant brutally killed for its tusks. So what do you think of when I say ‘abalone’? Do you picture the worlds most valuable shellfish? An invertebrate, that is victim to poaching? This week...

The rock hyrax (Procavia capensis), commonly referred to in South Africa as the Dassie is a medium-sized terrestrial mammal native to Africa and the Middle East. The Dassie is one of the five living species of the order Hyracoidea, and the only one in the genus Procavia. There are three hyrax species, two known as...

Continuing with the theme about ‘love’, we will be looking at the facts around animals and if they can fall in love. What is love? Love is one of life’s greatest mystery. Loving someone can be the most amazing feeling but this can lead to vulnerability and heart break. Emotions that is thought to be...

Ubuntu Wildlife Trust will be celebrating it’s 3rd birthday next month, March 2023. Over the three years the charity has grown from strength to strength and we are very proud with our accomplishments. However, none of it would have been possible without the generous support from our donors, supporters and stakeholders. Together, we are all...

With the most romantic day approaching next week, what better way to celebrate valentine’s day then with a romantic #factfriday! This week we have facts about the most colourful bird in the world that symbolises peace, love, and marriage. The most colourful bird in the world The lilac-breasted roller (Coracias caudatus) is one of the...

South Africa has some of the most impressive trees in the world and they bring in tourist from all over the globe. It is not a surprise to us all how important trees are for ecosystems, and the entire world. However, some trees have unique characteristics that could shock you. Did you know that there...