Category: Nature & Nurture

Energy efficiency

Our world is in trouble – past decades prioritised dependence on energy consumption in developments and daily life, not considering that the different energy sources are finite – we depend on natural resources such as fossil fuels, coal…

A Hidden Climate Rhythm Is Driving Extreme Floods and Droughts Worldwide

Scientists have identified a powerful but often overlooked global climate rhythm that is driving extreme floods and droughts across the world. Rather than happening randomly or independently, many of these severe water events are connected through…

New Year, New Plans, Same You?       

As we welcome another year, it's natural to feel both hopeful and uncertain. The calendar may change, but many of our circumstances remain stubbornly familiar. We’re still working with the same resources, facing unresolved challenges, and…

Raar voël ná 34 jaar weer in Engeland gesien

’n Uiterse rare voël is vir die eerste keer in 34 jaar in Engeland opgemerk. Die witkeel-naaldstert is Woensdag, 8 Oktober, by Yorkshire Water se Tophill Low Natuurreservaat in Driffield deur besoekers Mandy Gregory en Ray Maddison gesien. Hierdie…

Let’s talk Sustainability                    

Are you familiar with the term “Earth Overshoot Day”? If not, Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity’s consumption of natural resources exceeds the planet’s ability to regenerate these resources within that same year. And…

Nuwe studie wys: Honde verstaan speelgoed se doel beter as wat jy dink

Navorsing toon dat sommige honde nie net speelgoed kan herken by naam nie, maar dit ook kan groepeer volgens hoe dit gebruik word tydens spel - sonder dat iemand vir hulle wys of sê wat om te doen. ’n Groep honde is by hulle eienaars se…

SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE BIRDLIFE HOLDS IRREPLACEABLE SPECIES

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The snow petrel, a strikingly white bird with black eyes and bill, is one of only three bird species observed at the South Pole. Antarctica is the only place it lives, and like many sub-Antarctic species, it is endemic - found nowhere else on…

Bare but Not Boring – What to Do in the Garden This Month

Winter might strip our gardens of their vibrant greens and blooms, but that doesn’t mean they have to become dull or neglected. In fact, this is one of the most important times to prep, plan, and protect — and to sneak in some peaceful,…

Voëlkyk as Familie-aktiwiteit – Waar om te Begin

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Dis vroegoggend. Die lug is stil, behalwe vir die sagte fluit van ‘n voël in die boom voor jou huis. Jy steek jou kop by die deur uit, koffie in die hand, en daar’s hy — ‘n rooiborsie wat jou dophou. En só begin dit: jou eerste stap…

Humanity’s Gamble

Life on Earth is resilient. Across billions of years five mass extinctions have wiped out vast percentages of all species, yet each time life has rebounded, diversifying into new forms. Today, an estimated 99% of all species that ever lived…

DIY BIRD FEEDER – A SIMPLE PROJECT FOR NATURE LOVERS                   

There’s something special about watching birds flutter around your garden — little splashes of colour, movement, and cheerful song. And the best part? Inviting them over is as easy as making them a snack! Here’s a quick and easy DIY…

Diere wat hou van winter

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Sodra die koue wintermaande aanbreek, dink baie mense aan diere wat in hul neste, gate of grotte wegkruip om te gaan slaap tot die lente. Maar daar is heelwat diere wat eintlik ysige weer verkies! Sommige diere floreer juis in die winter…