Canine Anti-Poaching Team at HESC

11th February 2013Hoedspruit Endangered Species CentreWildlife Conservation

In an effort to combat poaching, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC), together with their sister property, Camp Jabulani situated on the Kapama Reserve, have been using dogs as part of their anti-poaching initiative. They currently have two male Bloodhounds which have been trained to track spoor. These dogs traverse the Kapama Reserve, HESC and nearby surroundings where there’s a need for their assistance. As. . .

Rehab Centre Update – Shamwari Game Reserve

6th February 2013Shamwari Conservation ExperienceWildlife Conservation

Shamwari Game Reserve has their own Animal Rehabilitation Centre where we have a full time Veterinarian, vet nurse and rehab assistant. Orphaned or injured animals come here until. . .

Brown Hyena Research Project – Shamwari Conservation Experience

22nd January 2013Wildlife ConservationShamwari Conservation Experience

Previous studies on the brown hyaena have shown it to have a very diverse diet and although primarily a scavenger of mammals, it also forages for insects, reptiles,. . .

Kariega Game Reserve’s Volunteer Programme welcomes Azel Crous, new volunteer coordinator

9th January 2013Kariega Game ReserveVolunteer Coordinator Updates

She has been called “Bush child” and “African child” amongst others. These names vaguely describe her incredible passion for wildlife, Africa and its people. Azel is a young,. . .