Thomas Baines Nature Reserve
Nature reserve in Eastern Cape, South Africa, near Grahamstown From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Nature reserve in Eastern Cape, South Africa, near Grahamstown From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Thomas Baines Nature Reserve is a 1,005-hectare (2,480-acre) nature reserve in the Eastern Cape, South Africa that is managed by Eastern Cape Parks. It was created as a municipal reserve in 1961 and upgraded to a provincial reserve in 1980.[3] It is named after the artist and explorer Thomas Baines who recorded the region's flora and fauna.[4]
Thomas Baines Nature Reserve | |
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Map of Eastern Cape | |
Location | Eastern Cape, South Africa |
Nearest city | Grahamstown |
Coordinates | 33.3910°S 26.487°E[1] |
Area | 1,005 ha (2,480 acres) |
Established | 1961 |
Administered by | Eastern Cape Parks |
Website | visiteasterncape |
The northern shore of the Settlers Dam forms the southern boundary of the reserve.
Mammals found within the reserve are:
Besides these mammals, 175 bird species have been recorded in the park.[6]
Along with fynbos vegetation, the reserve contains Albany thicket woodland.[4]
There are various featured activities found within the park such as game drives, canoeing, camping, bird watching, sailing, bass fishing, environmental education and hiking.[5]
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