The maligned – but beautiful – puffadder (Bitis arietans) in the Western Cape of South Africa. [Photo: Ross Cowlin]
We really appreciate all the assistance Ross gave us during our recent filming of sociable weavers in Namibia. Aside from helping us document all aspects of the weaver’s ecology, Ross also identified and told us about a variety of other species we encountered on our travels. His explanation of various evolutionary issues and interpretation of scientific reports was invaluable.
Motohiro Amano (Producer)
NHK Enterprises, Japan
Links
Academic
Located on the slopes of Devil’s Peak, UCT is not only the oldest university in South Africa (founded in 1829), it is also the top ranked university in Africa. Check out their site for a glimpse into life on this beautiful campus.
Many of Evolve’s consultants started out here. Founded in 1903, our zoology department produces more publications than any other department at UCT.
Percy FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology
Housed in UCT’s Zoology Department, the “Fitztitute” is one of only 7 DST-NRF Centres of Excellence across South Africa.
Iziko Museums of Cape Town exists to preserve and promote the cultural heritage (collections, sites and services) of this beautiful city for the “benefit of present and future generations”.
Film
The world’s largest broadcaster, the BBC has a strong tradition of wildlife documentary making – producing some of the most sophisticated footage of wild animals ever captured.
The national television network of Japan, the NHK offers a huge array of services (both in Japan and internationally), including wildlife documentaries for the Japanese market.
The ubiquitous and hugely-popular organisation has been educating the public about wildlife (and everything else you could imagine) for over a century.
This US-based television channel focuses its attention on science, technology and history – and has produced a myriad of fascinating wildlife documentaries.
Gear
South Africa's best mail-order and online retailer of serious outdoor equipment and clothing.
Itchy Feet provides quality outdoor equipment for a wide range of travel and adventure requirements – and can provide you with the advice to back it up.
Services
Incorporating the Cape Town School of Mountaineering - adventure travel, mountain training, corporate team building, outdoor education and other specialized services.
Wild Medix provides specialized medical standby and first aid training in both urban and wilderness environments in South Africa and beyond.
Other
The Official Richard Dawkins Website
Keep up-to-date with the latest news, articles, publication information and anything else related to Richard Dawkins – and his quest to promote rationality and the pursuit of knowledge.
The Out Campaign was started by Richard Dawkins as an attempt to broaden the recognition of atheism and get atheists to speak out. Check out the site to read about the latest developements.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year (Natural History Museum, London)
We just can’t get enough of these beautiful photographs. Warning: visiting this site can seriously reduce your productivity!
A treasure trove to the aspiring traveller – especially those on a budget.
The Complete Works of Charles Darwin Online
A fantastic resource for anyone wanting to brush up on the writings of the father of modern biology.