Learn to be a citizen conservationist with Umtamvuna Marine Conservancy
By learning to recognise the difference between indigenous and invasive plants, residents can play a valuable role in protecting the South Coast's natural environment.
Two yellow daisies growing close to each other can easily be mistaken for the same species, but one may be a useful indigenous South African plant while the other is an invasive alien.
The distinction matters, as invasive alien plants can spread aggressively, compete with indigenous vegetation and threaten local biodiversity.
Local conservationists, Lumko Mboyi and Elize Geraghty, will help residents identify plants and document biodiversity at an iNaturalist information session hosted by the Umtamvuna Marine Conservancy.
The session will be held at the Dassie residence and surrounding area, 592 8th Street, Doc Wilson Point, on Wednesday, October 28, from 09:00 to 11:00
Lumko and Elize will introduce everyone to iNaturalist, a free app that allows users to photograph and record observations of plants, insects, birds and other wildlife.
These records can help researchers and conservationists better understand the species found in an area and monitor changes in biodiversity.
Residents are encouraged to bring their smartphones, with Lumko and Elize guiding them step by step.
No specialist knowledge is needed, making the session suitable for anyone interested in nature and conservation.
To attend, RSVP via WhatsApp to 079-136-0593.
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