Oviston Nature Reserve
Facts and practical information
Oviston Nature Reserve is a protected area in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. The nature reserve is managed by Eastern Cape Parks. It is located on the southern shores of the Gariep Dam. ()
Eastern Cape
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Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
Secretarybird
The secretarybird is a captivating bird of prey native to Africa, easily recognized by its unique combination of an eagle-like body and long, crane-like legs. First described by John Frederick Miller in 1779, this species stands out with its striking red-orange face...
Birds
African Black-footed Cat
The black-footed cat, also known as the small-spotted cat, is Africa's smallest wild feline, easily identified by its tawny fur adorned with small spots and stripes. First described in South Africa in 1824, this diminutive cat inhabits the arid steppes and grassland...
Mammals
Blue crane
The blue crane, also known as the Stanley crane or paradise crane, is South Africa's national bird and is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN. These elegant birds are ground-dwellers and are easily recognizable. They stand about 100 to 120 cm tall and weigh...
Birds
African (Cape) Clawless Otter
The African clawless otter, also known as the Cape clawless otter or groot otter, is the second-largest freshwater otter species. These captivating creatures inhabit savannah and lowland forest areas near permanent water sources throughout most of sub-Saharan Africa...
Mammals
Common eland
The common eland, also known as the southern eland or eland antelope, is a majestic animal that roams the savannahs and plains of East and Southern Africa. Belonging to the Bovidae family and the genus Taurotragus, these antelopes are among the largest in the world.
Mammals
Oviston Nature Reserve – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Orange–Fish River Tunnel.
Eastern Cape