Tugela Mouth Conservancy

18/04/2026

During our morning beach walk with the Tugela Mouth Conservancy to the river mouth, the presence of the Lobotes attracted numerous hopeful visiting anglers. The site is exceptionally picturesque. Tugela Mouth Conservancy

07/03/2026

Lighthouse Beach Path Update - The popular Lighthouse beach path is currently closed while authorities address a few matters in the vicinity. Environmental groups and wildlife photographers who frequently use the path to reach the river mouth are encouraged to visit Lobotes Caravan Park, Lot 8 to obtain directions for easy access to the Tugela Mouth. Tugela Mouth

26/02/2026

Please help us identify this alien invader, the Bush Mint, in our area. If you see one of them in the Tugela Mouth area, take a photo and upload it to the iNaturalist app.

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30/01/2026

WE LOVE OUR Tugela Mouth ANGLERS!

A big thank you to everyone who cleans up after their fishing trips on our beach.

Your care makes the shoreline more enjoyable for fellow anglers and beach walkers, and, most importantly, helps protect our precious environment and the many species that call it home.

Small actions. Big impact.

21/01/2026

The Mammal Red List of South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini revision is now available. The list was a coordinated effort by the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) and the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI).

The Mammal Red List forms part of a series of national Red List projects including assessments of Amphibians, Birds, Butterflies, Dragonflies & Damselflies, Fairy Shrimps, Freshwater Crabs, Freshwater Fishes, Mammals, Plants, Reptiles, Sharks, Sparids, and Spiders.

Have you seen any Red List species in and around Tugela Mouth lately? We'd love to read your comments.

The Mammal Red List of South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland provides an up-to-date assessment of the conservation status of our mammals

09/01/2026

Early Bird walks around Tugela Mouth Conservancy Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 06:30.

Starting point across from Lobotes Caravan Park

09/01/2026

A Tugela Mouth Tugela Mouth Story Worth Celebrating!
Local resident, JD Lotz has spent a lifetime capturing the beauty of our natural world, none more remarkable than his iconic image of the rare African pygmy kingfisher in flight. His journey alongside his late father, who first nurtured JD’s love for bird photography, is a heartfelt tribute to both family and the extraordinary wildlife that graces our estuary.

Read more about this once-in-a-lifetime capture and the passion behind the lens that continues to inspire our community.

https://www.citizen.co.za/north-coast-courier/news-headlines/local-news/2025/12/03/rare-african-pygmy-kingfisher-captured-on-camera-at-tugela-mouth/

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Discover JD Lotz’s lifelong passion for photographing the rare African pygmy kingfisher at Tugela Mouth, a story of patience, family and one unforgettable shot.

04/01/2026

15/12/2025

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗞𝗭𝗡 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 is now available for reading and sharing! https://conservancieskzn.org.za/conservancies-kzn-newsletter-summer-2025/
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗞𝗭𝗡 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 is now available for reading and sharing with members of your conservancy - https://conservancieskzn.org.za/conservancies-kzn-newsletter-summer-2025/.

This edition brings together stories of conservation in action across our province, from community initiatives to biodiversity highlights, and the dedicated work of our conservancies.

𝑇ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑘 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑖𝑡𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑠𝑠𝑟𝑜𝑜𝑡𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑣𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛!

14/12/2025

As the sun sets over the Tugela River mouth, the familiar outline of our lighthouse stands quietly against the evening sky, a timeless symbol of this special place. Captured earlier today by local resident Jayden Sissing, this moment reflects the beauty, resilience, and deep sense of belonging that defines Tugela Mouth. A place shaped by river and sea, and worth protecting for generations to come.

(Photo) Jayden Sissing

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23/10/2025

Learn more about plant conservation from the experts! Join the Botanical Society of South Africa for their upcoming webinar on 30 October from 17:00 - 18:00.

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Balance Restored: Biocontrols for Biodiversity. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.