Cango Chronicles - Page 2

When Stefano Covalero (Italy) and Gayn Im (South Korea) joined us as volunteers, they probably never thought they would be building a reindeer in the middle of the Karoo. But that is exactly what they did, and not just any reindeer, but one designed as a very special enrichment surprise for our magnificent Snow White Bengal Tiger, Nevada.

If you wander through the Valley of Ancients Temple and peer into our fish tank, you might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a truly remarkable creature - our female Chinese Softshell Turtle. Sharing her home with shimmering cichlids and lively Red-Eared Sliders, she is not always easy to spot. In fact, she is something of a hide-and-seek champion, slipping beneath the sand or nestling among the rocks where she...

If you’ve ever wandered into our Valley of Ancients Temple, chances are you’ve already met Boo, our African Grey Parrot with a personality far bigger than his wingspan. According to one of his devoted caregivers, Pippa Fourie, “Boo is the friendliest little chap. He will always come over to say hi. He loves his head scratches and believes the world turns for him, which it does. It’s his world, we just live...

The Egyptian Goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) is a striking waterfowl, easily recognised by its chestnut eye patches, pink legs, and bold chest markings. Despite their name, they are not limited to Egypt. Their name comes from their strong presence along the Nile River in ancient times, where they were revered and often depicted in art and hieroglyphs. They were symbols of fertility and protection, appearing in some of the earliest known bird artwork....

In celebration of Women’s Month, Cango Wildlife Ranch proudly supported an initiative that speaks to the heart of empowerment, dignity, and compassion. On 7 August, the team visited a local school to donate items to learners in need.

Conserve, Care, Connect is more than a set of values — it’s the foundation of all that we strive towards across all our departments. In retail specifically, it gives us the chance to turn everyday shopping into real impact. Thoughtful choices reduce waste, limit environmental harm, and protect ecosystems. Together with our community, we drive education and clean-up projects that safeguard wildlife and preserve natural resources. But what has this got to...

Lions are among Africa’s most iconic predators, yet their future is far from secure. These social cats live in prides that work together to hunt, defend territory, and raise their young. In the wild, they play a vital role in keeping ecosystems balanced by controlling herbivore populations, which allows vegetation to recover and supports many other species. Over the past century, lions have lost more than 90 percent of their historic range....

Asandiswa Magodla (21), from Eastern Cape, shares her initial experience upon arriving at the ranch: "I expected a game ranch with free-roaming wildlife and some caves to explore since it’s given the name 'Cango,' but what I found was something special — a unique conservation environment where every animal has a name, a story to tell, and is cared for with love and dedication."

Everyone has heard of David Attenborough, acclaimed naturalist and host of a myriad of documentaries on everything from the mating habits of highly endangered New Zealand Kakapo to ancient mammoth graveyards, to the impacts of climate change on Antarctic penguins. However, in the zoological world there is another name that, though perhaps not as well known, still rings with significant gravitas on par with figures like Attenborough and, at one point, was...

Why Oudtshoorn is the Ideal Home for Wildlife and Visitors Alike At first glance, Oudtshoorn may appear to be just another small town nestled between the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountain ranges. But those who spend time here, whether local or visiting, quickly realise that this place is something extraordinary. With its semi-arid climate, minimal air pollution, and remarkably consistent sunshine, Oudtshoorn offers far more than just a picturesque setting. It provides a...