Tag: reptiles

From bush vipers to burrowing asps, snakes thrive in every habitat on the African continent. Discover how these often-misunderstood reptiles perceive their world, defend themselves, feed and breed.   The user-friendly African Snakes: Behaviour & Biology includes: The evolutionary history of snakes, with profiles of the eight families found in Africa today. Detailed notes on…

After a winter hiatus, the popular animal encounters are back at Crocworld Adventure & Conservation Centre in Scottburgh! Visitors can enjoy a closer look at some of the country’s most fascinating reptiles, with the return of its popular snake demonstrations and juvenile crocodile handling experiences, providing an edutaining day out. Led by Crocworld animal curator…

Besides being a world-famous game-viewing destination, the Kruger National Park also boasts a remarkable diversity of reptiles. This beginner-friendly guide features over 60 species of snake, lizard, terrapin, tortoise and crocodile. It provides basic identification pointers, interesting facts and advice on the best viewing spots to see these animals. Learn more about the black mamba,…

The weather outside is delightful, which means it’s time to start making those holiday plans! For holidaymakers and residents on the mid-KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh has it covered with an epic festive season programme running from 13 December 2023 to 17 January 2024. “This is one of our favourite times of the year,…