Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre

Are you passionate about reptiles and amphibians? Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre is offering a herpetofauna research internship where you’ll contribute to the study of microhabitats and species diversity in a vast, ecologically rich landscape. About Us BBRC is located on a 27,000-hectare wildlife reserve—home to 17 antelope species and two of the Big Five—dedicated to biodiversity research and preservation. Our work spans diverse projects, including giraffe population monitoring, bird habitat research, vegetation studies, and documenting wildflowers, butterflies, and other insects. What You’ll Do Conduct field surveys to document reptile and amphibian species   Identify and analyze the microhabitats used by different species  Use camera traps, transects, and active searches to study species diversity   Assist in data collection and contribute to conservation research Gain hands-on experience in handling, measuring,...

Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre (BBRC) is based in a reserve that supports an exciting diversity of birdlife, including iconic and sought-after species such as the African Fish Eagle, European Bee-eater, Little Bee-eater, Martial Eagle, Saddle-billed Stork, Woolly-necked Stork, African Spoonbill, and African Openbill. You may also encounter species linked to the reserve’s natural water systems, such as Little Grebes and Lesser Moorhens, making it especially valuable for waterbird research. Set within a classic savannah bushveld landscape, the area features diverse vegetation zones and natural pans that attract a wide range of bird species. These habitats provide excellent opportunities to study how birds utilise different environments—from open grasslands to water-rich areas. Project Overview This project focuses on monitoring the diversity of bird species across different habitat types on the reserve. By conducting regular bird surveys and recording species...