The Wildebeest's guide to South Africa

Kenhardt

Afrikaans name: Kenhardt

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Northern Cape

Kenhardt is a small and remote town in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. The surrounding landscape is very arid and consists of rocks and low shrubs. The Hartbees River winds its way through the region.

The origin of the name "Kenhardt" is not known. The first people to settle in the area were a group of rustlers. In 1868 a squad of policemen were sent to round up the rustlers. Subsequently the town took shape in this vicinity.

Despite the barren landscape there is a lot to interest the visitor. These include Quiver Trees, vast salt pans which attract countless birds at times, San artwork and fossilized footprints.

Birders in the region tend to be looking for Larks and other species of drier regions. Look for Karoo Korhaan, Double-banded Courser, Black-eared Finchlark, Lark-like Bunting, Namaqua Sandgrouse and Spike-heeled Lark.

The farms in the region raise Karakul sheep for their wool, as well as sheep for mutton. Water for irrigation comes from the Rooiberg Dam.

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