Nature & Outdoors — Joburg Insider

Octopus-Inspired Robot Uses Suckers to Sense and Grip

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A 2026 robotic arm uses sensors inside artificial suckers to grasp underwater. Discover how octopus-inspired machines could help with delicate tasks.

Giraffe blood pressure: How the tallest animal copes

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Discover how giraffes manage high blood pressure, why they spread their legs to drink and what their unusual circulation could teach scientists about us.

Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve: One of Gauteng's Best Wildlife Day Trips

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Experience self-drive safaris, guided game drives, the spectacular Wonder Cave and incredible wildlife at the Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve near Johannesburg. Plan your perfect day in nature.

Melville Koppies Invites Johannesburg to Explore One of the City's Oldest Natural Treasures

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Weekly hikes, heritage trails, and storytelling sessions are encouraging residents to rediscover Johannesburg's unique natural and cultural history.

Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden Earns Prestigious ArbNet Level 2 Accreditation

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The Roodepoort garden joins an elite global network recognised for excellence in tree conservation and education

Modderfontein Reserve Offers Trails and Quiet Just Minutes from the City

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This lesser-known nature reserve is a local secret for cycling, running, and escaping urban noise

The Wilds: A Hidden Nature Reserve in the Heart of Houghton

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This 16 hectare inner city sanctuary offers indigenous vegetation, walking trails, and city views just minutes from the urban bustle

Johannesburg Zoo Is Letting Visitors Step Into the World of Animal Enrichment

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Unleash Your Wild Side: Explore Animal Enrichment at Johannesburg Zoo!