Discovering indigenous forests at Kirstenbosch

What Is Afromontane Forest? Is it indigenous to South Africa? What creatures inhabit these forests, and how do they interrelate with one another and their environment? Are these forests under threat? This delightfully illustrated field guide provides the answers to these and many other fascinating facts about the energy flows, nutrient cycles and other ecological processes of the living communities of the Afromontane forest habitat, explored through our own indigenous forests at Kirstenbosch. The annotated illustrations introduce the plants and animals at the various levels in the forest in an integrated way and bring the forests alive. So whether you are a nature enthusiast wanting general information on indigenous forests, or a hiker or tourist wanting specific information on the Kirstenbosch trails, this book is ideal. It will also be invaluable to teachers looking for locally relevant examples of the ecology of indigenous forests, and a lively and accessible resource for students researching projects.