Knysna is the crowning jewel of South Africa's famous Garden Route, the coastal stretch known for its beaches, indigenous forests and charming towns. Knysna is situated on a vast lagoon and won fame ...

South Africa's bird-of-paradise (Strelitzia reginae) is a member of the banana family. It sports a beautiful flower believed to resemble the avian bird of paradise in flight.

Interestingly, birds remain woefully understudied when it comes to the optical extras. Until now, no one had looked for the ...

Regrettably, if you were taking that same walk a year later, your chances of seeing a paradise parrot would be effectively zero, as no live birds were spotted after that date, despite extensive ...

With its origami-esque tropical flowers and striking colors, a bird-of-paradise plant brings a tropical flair to any home or ...

The white bird of paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) stands out with its large leaves and exotic flower. It grows in a clumping ...