Environmental Conservation
In 1997, the crew of a Japanese fishing vessel rescued a small injured loggerhead sea turtle somewhere in the Indian ocean and kept it onboard, looking after it like a much-loved pet. On arrival in the port of Cape Town, they contacted the Two Oceans Aquarium, which opened to the public only two years prior, …
You’ve probably never heard of Vermi Aquaponics before right? Neither had I prior to learning about it just recently. However, once I understood what it was and what its purpose is, I was surprised it wasn’t more widely known and commonly used. Its impacts so far have been tremendous to those that have incorporated it …
Photo Credit: Olivia Anderson for Two Oceans Aquarium Waste and pollution are a defining characteristic of our times. Entire ecosystems are being smothered by it, including our oceans. Although many pollutants come from industrial plants, factory farms, and intensive agricultural processes, the most ubiquitous type of waste is generated by discarded plastic. From everyday use …
If the Students Can’t Reach the Ocean, the Ocean Will Reach the Students Read More »
Thank you to our Donors, Fundraisers and Supporters! Introduction The last three months have marked some of the busiest months of the year for us here at Jalova. And why is that you may ask? It’s peak green turtle season! The jaguars are patrolling, they’re on the hunt and the green turtles are fighting for …
Battle of the Beach – Jaguars, Turtles and Vultures, oh my! Read More »
By Leah Brown, South African Conservation Researcher based in Limpopo Introduction It has been some time since GVI Trust has purchased equipment to assist Karongwe’s anti-poaching team. We have been busy in discussions with the reserve warden to ensure that we make the best use of the funds that you have generously donated. We have …
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