Bayhead Natural Heritage Site

South Africa

Bayhead Natural Heritage Site, also known as the Bayhead Mangrove Swamps, is a 20 ha (49 acres) nature reserve protecting mangrove forest and coastal grassland within the industrial area of Durban Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The reserve is a remnant of what was once the largest mangrove swamp in the province, which originally covered approximately 440 hectares around the edges of the bay. Three species of mangrove occur within the reserve, along with an area of coastal grassland. The site supports a variety of wildlife, including up to 120 species of aquatic birds, various crab species, and mudskippers. A boardwalk and environmental education centre are located on site. The reserve is managed by the Transnet National Ports Authority.

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