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Crab Spider – Thomisidae

Crab Spider – Thomisidae

A stunning little pink crab spider eating a cabbage moth. The pink crab spider is from the Thomisidae family, likely a flower crab spider in the genus Thomisus, of which there are at least 15 to choose from.

What an amazing example of camouflage as this …

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Gantouw Pass Hike to Centuries Old Ox Wagon Tracks

Gantouw Pass Hike to Centuries Old Ox Wagon Tracks

Our Eco-Rangers and a few visitors enjoyed a gentle hike on Saturday to see the wagon wheel tracks and canons at the top of Sir Lowry’s Pass, from the 1600 century.

Well done to our youngest hiker who has just turned three. He walked the enitre way on his …

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Super Moon – The Closest Full Moon Since 1948

Super Moon – The Closest Full Moon Since 1948

Did you see the Super Moon on the evening of 14 November 2016? It is the final of three Super moons that where experienced this year. But this super moon is special !

This Super moon is the closest full moon in 68 years and it will only occur …

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Historical Ox Wagon Trail (Hottentots Holland Kloof)

Historical Ox Wagon Trail (Hottentots Holland Kloof)

Don’t miss out on this exciting excursion being held this weekend, 12th November 2016. The weather looks ideal for Saturday – a touch overcast, however it will be cool (ideal for walking) and the wind will be mild.

Join us with registered Field Guide, Andreas Groenewald for …

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