Archaeologists meticulously piece together the lives of the prehistoric inhabitants of the Cederberg, writes John Yeld.
One population of the world's largest animal is a conservation success, writes John Yeld.
An invasive plant that threatens pristine Gough Island is being targeted by 'Sagina Ninjas', a team seeking to eradicate it.
Vestigial pelvic bones discovered to play a key role when it comes to sex.
Two senior South African scientists have been honoured by the international scientific community.
South African-born and educated water engineer and academic John Briscoe honoured with top award in his field.
Critically endangered and a very long way from home – but two hawksbill sea turtles are safe.
Over six billion kilometres and 10 years later, scientists came a step closer to a great scientific achievement, writes John Yeld.
Howard Butcher came face-to-face with one of the few remaining elephants in Knysna forest and lived to tell the tale.
The body count of poached rhinos continues to climb, offering a worrying glimpse into the future, writes John Yeld.
Minister says it's vital that communities be involved in conservation fight 'every step of the way'.
The animals at Cape Point have now joined the rest of the world by posing for a unique set of 'selfies'.
Newfound value of the whale shark fosters eco-tourism and conservation, writes John Yeld.
There are 12 frog families represented in South Africa and currently 125 species.
A masters student is conducting an innovative experiment to determine the role of pollination in the survival of fynbos, writes John Yeld.
SANParks has sold 354 rhinos for a total price of over R81m - an average of under R230 000 each - since January 2010.
A new nursery where 'toddler' African Penguin chicks can get specialised care has opened at the Rietvlei headquarters of Sanccob.
SA National Parks has sold 354 rhinos for a total price of just over R81-million since January 2010.
They are one of people's favourite animals - yet the world's 18 penguin species are now at 'considerable risk', scientists warn.
African elephants are facing 'the most serious conservation crisis since 1989', says conservationist Elizabeth Bennett.
The alleged illegal opening of the Verlorenvlei estuary at Elands Bay beach is being investigated by the provincial environmental authorities.
Treasure Karoo Action Group finally meet with government, but 'attitudes remain unchanged' on the issue.
SA's rhino poaching epidemic is a disaster, but an even bigger biodiversity crisis is unfolding.
World-famous botanical garden beefs up security as it suffers second loss in fortnight.
One of the scourges of the modern industrial world had arrived at least two decades earlier than any human.