South African National Biodiversity Institute

Nature Photography Day!

15 June 2026 is Nature Photography Day and SANBI will be celebrating with you from 12 to 16 June 2026.

Visit any of SANBI’s botanical and zoological gardens, while you are there, take pictures and post on social media and tag SANBI’s social media platforms using the following hashtags:

Win a day visit to one of our botanical or zoological gardens.

Entries close 16 June 2026

Award finalists 🤩

Before using a plant species for purposes described on our posters, it is best, for your own safety, to first consult with a competent medical practitioner ✅🌿🔍

The United Nations' third World Ocean Assessment (WOA III) launched today. It is the only global integrated assessment of the world’s ocean covering environmental, economic and social aspects. SANBI's Dr Kerry Sink co-authored several chapters in this extensive body of work

World Environment Day reminds us: There is no Planet B. Small actions today can lead to a big, lasting impact.

Climate change is no longer a future concern, it is happening now, and every choice we make matters. From reducing waste to protecting biodiversity, everyday actions can help build a more sustainable future.

As the South African National Biodiversity Institute, we invite you to take action for nature and join us in protecting our planet.

Read more on climate change action: https://www.sanbi.org/news/new-climate-change-fact-sheets-turning-science-into-action/

The Mokopane Biodiversity Conservation Centre, SANBI covers an area of 1334 ha, comprising of a zoo-like environment, breeding camps and a free ranging area- all accommodating a large variety of African species as well as species from other continents.