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Five curious small raptors in the Overberg that need protecting

Five curious small raptors in the Overberg that need protecting

Jan 30, 2023 | LATEST NEWS

These small to medium-sized raptors have come to the attention of the Overberg Crane Group. And we now work with partners to better understand some of these species, and to raise awareness around them to

Secretarybirds and the Overberg: An unusual relationship

Secretarybirds and the Overberg: An unusual relationship

Nov 18, 2022 | LATEST NEWS

In South Africa, 75-80% of our Secretarybirds have also disappeared over the last three decades. In fact, it’s believed that fewer than 10 000 Secretarybirds remain today. That makes it all the more

The danger of poisons: Blue Cranes in the firing line in the Overberg

The danger of poisons: Blue Cranes in the firing line in the Overberg

Oct 19, 2022 | LATEST NEWS

When four Blue Cranes are found dead in the Overberg – close to each other – there’s reason for concern. When it becomes clear that these cranes have been poisoned, there’s additional reason to worry.

Cranes and culture: How these special birds have shaped our histories

Cranes and culture: How these special birds have shaped our histories

Sep 17, 2022 | LATEST NEWS

Various cultures from around the world have long revered cranes as symbols of grace, wisdom and prosperity. These extraordinary birds are not only integral

Conservation hero: Counting cranes with Donella Young

Conservation hero: Counting cranes with Donella Young

Aug 25, 2022 | LATEST NEWS

Like Donella’s passion for protecting nature, the conservation work is never finished. She says, ““There are a number of birds I am concerned about – particularly the Black Harrier. It’s a very threatened species

Red List updates: Cape Vultures and Buttonquails downlisted

Red List updates: Cape Vultures and Buttonquails downlisted

Jul 20, 2022 | LATEST NEWS

The previously Endangered Cape Vulture (Gyps coprotheres) has been downlisted to Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species.

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BIRDS WE FOCUS ON

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  • AFRICAN FISH EAGLE
  • DENHAM'S BUSTARD
  • KAROO KORHAAN
  • VERREAUX'S EAGLE
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