Bezhoek Nature Reserve, situated in the transition area of the Lowveld and Highveld, boasts over 100 grass species – riverine vegetation excluded. Cycad populations of the critically endangered Encephalartos Middelburgensis and vulnerable Lanatus all occur in their natural habitats on the reserve, along with many other endangered and vulnerable plants.
The extensive river frontage, permanent internal wetlands and streams, riverine forestation, gorges, savannah plains, rocky outcrops and cliffs make the perfect habitat for numerous protected and red data listed species which have been confirmed by a visit from the South Africa National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). All of the above more than justify the farm’s irreplaceable and highly significant status endorsed by the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT).
Unfortunately, alien and invasive vegetation such as Black Wattle, Poplar Canensis and Bankrupt Bush (Stoebie Vulgaris) occur in various areas on the reserve, but the owner is working to progressively eradicate all of these and return the farm to its natural state. READ MORE