Virginia Bush Nature Reserve is a 38 hectare coastal bush reserve in the suburb of Durban North, Durban, South Africa.[1] The reserve is currently under the auspices of the Durban Metropolitan Open Space System (D'MOSS).[2]
| Virginia Bush Nature Reserve | |
|---|---|
  Map of KwaZulu-Natal | |
| Location | Durban, South Africa |
| Coordinates | 29°46′11″S 31°02′40″E / 29.76984°S 31.0445293°E |
| Area | 38 ha (94 acres) |
| Governing body | D'MOSS |
History
Previously natural grassland,[3] the area was once used for market gardening and military purposes, but is now a demarcated municipal nature reserve.[4] The area is in the process of being proclaimed a national nature reserve.[5]
Flora and fauna
Birds
The following birds can be in Virginia Bush: the natal robin, bluebilled firefinch, boubou shrike, bush shrike, flycatcher, green twinspot, grey waxbill, purple crested-lourie and the whitebrowed robin.[3][6]
Mammals
Dwarf mongoose, red and white duiker and spotted genets are known to inhabit the area.[3][6]
Vegetation
Wild hibiscus, natal figs and milkwood trees are found in the reserve.[6] Many of the species of vegetation are alien.[3]