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Types of sea sponges
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Ocean Bizarre – Sea sponges

What is the first thing you think of when you hear the term, “sea sponge?” Sponge Bob, right?! Well, you wouldn’t be the only one who seems to have a picture of Sponge Bob living under the sea. Although both Read more…

By Lilita Ericah Limba, 1 month ago
Field Course Diaries

First Two Weeks As A Marine Field Course Student With Cape RADD

I have been lucky enough to learn about, explore, and apply marine research techniques in the bay almost every day. Continue reading to hear all about my first two weeks with Cape RADD.

By Steven Mendelson, 1 month ago
Fish swimming through Kelp Forest
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Kelp Forests of False Bay: The Ocean’s Natural Engineers

Learn more about the Kelp Forests of False Bay in this educational blog.

By Emma Ellsworth, 1 month ago
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WATCH: A Close Encounter with a John Dory (Zeus Capensis) in Simons Town, False Bay

While out doing a survey dive for the Cape RADD SCUBA for Science project, our divers had a rare encounter that left us in awe: a graceful John Dory (Zeus Capensis) fish swimming through the cool and calm waters at Read more…

By Mark Fitzgibbon, 3 monthsJuly 12, 2023 ago
John Dory swimming
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Snorkelling with cape fur seals

Endemic to south Africa, roughly 2 million cape fur seals can be found residing in large colonies along the coastlines from the southern tip of Angola, Namibia and all along South Africa. They inhabit secluded islands off the coast of Read more…

By Becky Waugh, 7 monthsMarch 16, 2023 ago
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Sharks!

Sharks have been portrayed as monsters by the media over the years, as vicious mindless man-eaters, but this is simply not the truth. Promoting fear of sharks is dangerous not only for the species but for us too as without Read more…

By Becky Waugh, 8 monthsFebruary 16, 2023 ago
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The Great African Sea Forest

The Great African Sea Forest is one of the most important ecosystems found in South Africa’s coastal waters. It is one of the worlds only kelp forests that are still continuously expanding. Kelp forests are important ecosystems for several reasons. Read more…

By Becky Waugh, 8 monthsFebruary 3, 2023 ago
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Biodiversity of False Bay

False bay is home to a variety of diverse species. From sharks, whales, dolphins and seals to smaller fish, octopus, star fish, and nudibranchs. The vast amount of life that can be observed here is all thanks to the unique Read more…

By Becky Waugh, 9 monthsJanuary 18, 2023 ago
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The many marine habitats of the Western Cape By Christopher Cole

Part 1. The zonation of intertidal rocky shores: Known for its vibrant biodiversity, the Western Cape of South Africa fosters a widerange of endemic species all living in a relatively small area comprised of different habitatswith unique characteristics. By definition, Read more…

By Christopher Cole, 10 monthsDecember 9, 2022 ago
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Volunteering for Cape RADD: by Rebecca Waugh

Finishing my third year as a marine biology and zoology student in the UK, at Bangor University, I quickly realised that the most beneficial way to broaden my career options, was not only to rely on having good grades, but Read more…

By Becky Waugh, 10 monthsNovember 30, 2022 ago

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