The Coastal Guide of South Africa

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southern shoreline contains distinct climates that accommodate an enormously rich and diverse array of birds, mammals, reptiles, marine life, and plants. The west coast plays host to cold, nutrient-rich waters, kelp forests, and low-growing, succulent scrub along the dunes, while on the east and north coasts conditions are more tropical with higher rainfall, warmer waters, greater marine diversity, and tall, dense forests. This handbook outlines the coastlines biodiversity from dune to ocean, developed in order to offer beach enthusiasts, vacationers, and recreational anglers a simpleway to identifythe plants and animals most commonly seen or caught along the coast. In addition to background information on tides and habitats, guidelines are also included for The Southern African Sustainable Seafood Initiative, a consumerguide to making sustainable choices. Detailed and thorough, this overview will create a deeper appreciation ofwhat can befound on this rich and beautiful landscape.