The Red Tide has come to Plett
Red Tide has come to Plett in full bloom! It is not unusual that the Red Tide is occurring at the moment. It usually occurs during the spring and summer time due to the south-easterly winds. This phenomenon is due to upwelling and is also known as Algal Bloom. Colder nutrient rich water hits the […]
Don’t throw it-compost it
Throwing food scraps out of the car window may seem harmless,but it may lead to harsh consequences. Food, even organic, may take months to decompose by itself. During that time, animals are attracted to the roads and can be hit by passing cars while eating or searching for the food remains. This may result in […]
Acidifications effect on coral reefs and the coral
The coral reef are under a lot of stress, they have been having problems with temperature changes, but now the biggest problem is ocean acidification. This means that the carbon dioxide that we release in to the atmosphere is going in to the ocean and decreasing the pH in the water. This affects all animals […]
Dragon Flies
Dragonflies may seem like they are only desirable for their beauty, but their existence is quite important in our environment. In need of fresh water and a stable food source, dragonflies prefer to live around lakes and their presence indicates a healthy ecosystem. In order to have these beautiful creatures in our neighborhoods, it is […]
Protect the endangered manatees
The manatee is a large marine mammal with teeth, a thick grey and wrinkled skin, two flippers and a large flat tail. He is completely herbivorous, slow-moving and extremely gentle. We find him in shallow waters where sea grass growth is stimulated by sunlight- like estuaries, slow-moving rivers, saltwater bays, canals, coastal areas, etc. Despite […]
SHARKS
The very word often congers up feelings of fear and hatred, but sharks aren’t to be feared or hated. Sharks are vital to healthy oceans and healthy oceans are vital for healthy people. Without sharks the oceans fall apart, sadly sharks are being hunted at an alarming rate. It has been estimated that shark populations […]
Green is the new black – saving water
This week consider your “water footprint” and how much water you use on a daily basis. Take these tips to heart, and consider how little effort they will require to make a large contribution to the health of your planet; Place a brick or plastic bottled filled with sand into your toilet cistern. The brick […]
Tag and release fishing
Fishing is a popular recreational sport in Plettenberg Bay, with a local angling club, fishing charters, recreational fisherman, and a dense influx of holiday makers who practice fishing as a hobby. Due to our dwindling supply of ocean resources, certain fish are listed with regards to their stock size as green (best choice), orange (caution), […]
Green is the new black – greening your house
Anyone with a conservation-minded philosophy, or simply a passion for nature, should want to live consciously and conserve the natural resources that they use on a daily basis, as well as contribute towards restoration of those that they have already used. However, many of us see this as a daunting task, or believe that changing […]