The avifauna is diverse, with 230 bird species recorded from the Agulhas Plain. Of these, 11 are Red Data Book species and 133 are associated

Reptiles are ectothermic meaning they obtain their body heat externally usually from the direct sun or radiated from the surrounding environment. Species diversity in the

The presence of frogs is an indicator of a pristine environment due to their partial respiration through the skin which causes an accumulation of any

Many Pelagic species (Open Ocean) are washed ashore. Often found in the intertidal zones on almost every walk. Colouration of these animals is the first clue

Shark skin “tiny skin teeth” Even though denticles are similar to scales, they are really modified teeth and are covered with a hard enamel.Like our teeth,

Spiny Starfish A voracious predator, particularly of mussels.  Starfish have hydraulic tube feet used for locomotion and gripping prey, the feet, especially those at the