Monthly Archives: October 2012

Weather KwaZulu Natal

Posted on 2012-10-18 by Andrew Anderson

KwaZulu Natal mostly has hot and wet summers (September – April) and mostly dry, but mild winters (May – August). In Durban the temperatures ranges from 16 to 25º C in winter and during the summer months temperatures range from … Continue reading →

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South African Aloes

Posted on 2012-10-18 by Andrew Anderson

Many of the tourist I meet have only heard of Aloe Vera, which is used in hand creams and other products. Aloe Vera comes from Northern Africa. We have lots of different Aloes in South Africa, of which Aloe Ferox … Continue reading →

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Yellowwood trees

Posted on 2012-10-18 by Andrew Anderson

Some people say that the Yellowwood tree is the most beautiful tree in South Africa. How does one judge that? But the Yellowwood is South Africa’s National tree. Yellowwoods take ever so long to grow, but they are very long … Continue reading →

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TB in Animals

Posted on 2012-10-18 by Andrew Anderson

What causes bovine tuberculosis (BTB)? BTB is a bacterial disease caused by Mycobacterium bovis. How does bovine tuberculosis differ from human TB? BTB and human TB are different species of the genus Mycobacterium. Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the tubercle bacillus that … Continue reading →

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7 Frequently asked Questions about Feline Aids (FIV)

Posted on 2012-10-18 by Andrew Anderson

When was feline aids virus (FIV) first discovered in Kruger? In 1991 when 98 blood samples collected over a 14-year period, dating back to 1977 were tested. The lions have thus been infected at least as far back as 1977. … Continue reading →

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The Impossible Five and the Ugly Five

Posted on 2012-10-15 by Andrew Anderson

It all started with the Big Five, but then came the Shy Five and the Little Five and now also have the… The Impossible Five There has also been comment on the impossible five, because of them being so elusive … Continue reading →

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The Shy Five and the Little Five

Posted on 2012-10-15 by Andrew Anderson

The Shy Five The shy five is a term from the people at Meerkat Magic and is for some of the animals found in the little Karoo of South Africa. It consists of the: Aardvark Aardwolf Bat-eared fox Meerkat Porcupine … Continue reading →

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Which animals are part of the Big Five?

Posted on 2012-10-15 by Andrew Anderson

Most of people have heard of the big five. This phrase was used big game hunters and it does not refer to the biggest animals in Africa! It rather refers to what the hunters decided were the five most dangerous … Continue reading →

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Rhinos

Posted on 2012-10-12 by Andrew Anderson

As we head for the end of 2012 there seems to be so many things going on: Arbor Month; Women’s Month; and Heritage Day, to name a few.  Even though it has passed, the one I’d like to mention is … Continue reading →

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Learning about Sustainable Living

Posted on 2012-10-04 by Andrew Anderson

The Eco-Committe at Shea O’Connor School in Nottingham Road have chosen to focus on Sustainable Technology for their WESSA Eco-Schools portfolio this year. After successfully earning their International Green Flag in 2010 under the guidance of the Midlands Meander Education … Continue reading →

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