Welcome to SABIF- the South African Node of the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF)
South Africa has a distinctive natural heritage and biological diversity (known species from a recent survey in 2004: ± 19 500 plants, ± 8 000 fungi and ± 60 000 animals), which pose several challenges and opportunities for conservation, sustainable use and stewardship. As a nation, we need to recognize, protect and manage this natural resource base by improving our knowledge and developing technology, designs, systems, approaches and strategies to contribute to a safer and healthier environment for all.
