It has been suggested by several authors that Overberg Renosterveld was historically more grassy than it is today. This is backed up by multiple accounts
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Renosterveld Pollinators: The Secret Life of Solitary Bees and Bee Flies
There are thought to be around 3000 bee species in Sub-Saharan Africa, of which about a third occur in South Africa. Around ten (just 0.3%!) of these species make honey and are the most well-known of the bees.
Going, going, gone: Why are the Overberg’s insect-eating mammals disappearing?
This Endangered Species Day we are going to take a closer look at the Aardvark, Aardwolf and Bat-Eared fox, three different insect-eating mammals that call Overberg Renosterveld home.
Gladiolus of Overberg Renosterveld
There are around 260 species of Gladiolus, coming from Europe, the Middle East, through tropical Africa to Namaqualand and southwards to the Cape.
Latest Renosterveld News
The world is a strange place right now. For the first time in many of our ‘living memories’, the entire globe is being impacted by something that is affecting each and every one of us directly.
The new face of Renosterveld extension
Grant Forbes has joined the Overberg Renosterveld Conservation Trust (ORCT) team. He’ll be working closely with those landowners who have signed conservation easements with the ORCT.
Earth Day 2020: Climate Change & Ecosystem Resilience
On April 22 we celebrate Earth Day, a day recognising the importance of our planet and a sustainable future for all. Earth Day was founded in 1970, today celebrating 50 years as the world’s largest civic event.
Easement signing: This farming family’s dedication to conservation
The Polhillia brevicalyx is only found on the Streicher’s farm, Uitvlucht, and a number of neighbouring farms in the Ouka River system (also known as the Freek Botha River). This river runs through the farm and neighbouring properties, before joining the Riviersonderend River.