Due to recent heavy rains, many of the pathways at Tygerberg Nature Reserve have had to be closed to the public and will remain closed until they are deemed safe.
Visitors to the Tygerberg Nature Reserve should adhere to the signage and not cross the danger tape which has been put up to close the pathways.
The City of Cape Town understands that people are curious to see the extent of the damage to the pathways, but it cannot take liability for injury or loss of life. The pathways are extremely slippery and in many cases landslides have occurred. The soil is saturated and more rain is predicted for the week. This extra moisture may increase the number, and intensity, of the landslides and it is not safe for the public to be in the prohibited areas.
The City would appreciate the public’s cooperation in this regard, in the interests of everyone’s safety.
Tygerberg Nature Reserve is a 388,8 hectare stretch of land that conserves critically endangered Swartland shale renosterveld. Only 8% of this vegetation type is presently conserved nationally.
The reserve is also home to a variety of plant and animal life. To date, 563 floral species have been recorded, 23 of which are listed as Red Data species. It also boasts 137 bird species, including the iconic jackal buzzard which soars over the reserve; 24 mammal species including caracal, grey rhebuck and honey badger; seven amphibian and 27 reptile species.
For any further enquiries, contact the Tygerberg Nature Reserve on 021 913 5695 or e-mail tygerberg.naturereserve@capetown.gov.za.
For more information on the City’s nature reserves, visit www.capetown.gov.za/naturereserves.
