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Tiny Helpers in the Fynbos

Tiny Helpers in the Fynbos

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Tiny Helpers in the Fynbos

Fauna & Flora has shared a lovely article about the small insects and bugs that help pollinate the fynbos here at Grootbos.

These tiny creatures play a big role in keeping the Cape Floral Kingdom alive and growing. Some are even favourites among our team!

Read more about these little heroes and their important work here.

From ants to beetles, they may be small, but they make a big difference.

Tiny Helpers in the Fynbos

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Grootbos Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation in Gansbaai dedicated to conserving the Cape Floral Kingdom while uplifting the communities that call it home. The foundation protects over 22,200 hectares of fynbos and biodiversity across Grootbos Private Nature Reserve and the Walker Bay...

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