THE DGR BLOG

New and Noteworthy

Grab your virtual binoculars, lace up your digital hiking boots, and get ready for an immersive exploration of Dinokeng Game Reserve. Let’s celebrate the beauty of nature, raise awareness about conservation, and share in the wonders that make this place truly extraordinary. Welcome to the Dinokeng Game Reserve Blog, where adventure awaits!

Meet Jasmine, a potential supermom.

By John Power The capture and translocation of offending leopards is a common practice in South Africa and without satellite collaring them, one has no way of appraising the success of such actions.  In the middle of 2021, a young female leopard (2-3 years) was captured in a trap cage in the Dwarsberg area of the North West Province, and

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Goodbye, Rietvlei

Today, we bid farewell to a true legend of Dinokeng Game Reserve. With heavy hearts, we remember the remarkable life of Rietvlei, affectionately known as the Super Mom, who peacefully passed away on 6/02/2024. Although we are still awaiting lab results to determine the exact cause of death, we have noticed a decline in her condition over the last few weeks.

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Aviation in Conservation

Aviation plays a crucial role in the conservation efforts of Dinokeng Game Reserve, where the management of a sprawling 20,000-hectare expanse of diverse wildlife demands constant vigilance. To effectively oversee the well-being of priority species within the reserve, the Dinokeng team employs a powerful tool: the Savannah S fixed-wing aircraft. Matt Temperley, wildlife monitor and fixed-wing pilot at Dinokeng Game

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