Bothasig Nature Reserve

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Bothasig Fynbos Nature Reserve is approximately 10 hectares in extent, containing Critically Endangered Cape Flats sand fynbos. This important, newly formed reserve forms part of the biodiversity network, and links up with the Plattekloof Heritage site, De Grendel wine farm and Tygerberg Hills to the north.

An initial floral species list of 90 species has been compiled, including seven Red Data list threatened plant species.

ADDRESS: Border of Visserhof, Bosmansdam and Potsdam Roads, Bothasig

OPENING HOURS: Not applicable

ENTRANCE FEE: None

PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Taxi

ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES: Hiking/walking pathways, birdwatching, nature appreciation, picnicking, looking at fauna and flora found on site

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: Off site at Tygerberg Nature Reserve

FRIENDS GROUP: Custodians made up of residents, assisted by Friends of Tygerberg Hills

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updated 10/2014 by Cape Town Green Map