Location - Hillcrest, Durban City West, Durban, Durban and surrounds, Valley of a 1000 Hills, KwaZulu-Natal, N2, N3, South Africa |
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New Germany Nature Reserve - Site 9.4
Contact details: Site Description: The Nature Reserve is less developed, but has a long trail across the south-facing slope, passing through short grassland, a large patch of forest and a stand of Silver Protea Protea roupelliae , which was once quite common in the area. This section does not contain any introduced mammal species, but indigenous ones such as Blue Duiker Philantomba monticola , Common Duiker Sylvicapra grimmia and Banded Mongoose Mungos mungo may be seen with a little patience. The mongooses are most often seen scuttling rowdily through the undergrowth.
The grassland parts of the reserve and park are well managed, and attract some interesting birds, especially after burning. At such times, Shelley's Francolin and Plain-backed Pipit have been seen. In summer, Zitting Cisticolas call and display prominently, and other grassland specialists such as Cape Grassbird and African Pipit call frequently. The tall forest canopy in the valleys is rich in birdlife, with robins and flycatchers being common. Numerous nectar producing plants, such as Tree Fuschia Halleria lucida and Wild Banana Strelitzia nicolai provide food for several species of sunbirds, while the deep leaf litter is home to Terrestrial Brownbuls and thrushes. The reserve also attracts a number of altitudinal migrants during winter, and is worth visiting at any time of year. Directions:
Accommodation: Shelley's Francolin , Plain-backed Pipit , Zitting Cisticolas , Cape Grassbird , African Pipit, Fiscal Flycatcher, Little Bee-eater, African Goshawk, African Paradise Flycatcher & Grey Sunbird Facilities: Habitats:
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* Please note: Rates are a guide and subject to
change. Please re-confirm rates when booking
20% Discount if you stay longer than 3 days |
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Bed and Breakfast | Self-Catering | ||
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Family | Unusual | ||
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KRANTZKLOOF NATURE RESERVE - OVERVIEW
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