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The chick after the mouse attack that wounded it’s neck

Invasive mice on Marion Island eat rare seabird chicks, sparking eradication effort

The rodents’ population is increasing and, as their usual food sources become scarce, they are feeding on vulnerable species such as the wandering albatross

  • Sheree Bega
5 min read
Few people are aware that the country holds the title of the tortoise capital of the world and is home to 13 species, most of which are endemic. Photo supplied

Predators in the sky: Crows see tortoises as tasty snacks

South Africa’s dwarf tortoises, and other species, are being wiped out because they are easy prey for pied crows

  • Des Erasmus
9 min read