Atlantic Ocean waves break on the shore of an extraordinary nature preserve in the Western CapepAtlantic Ocean waves break on the shore of an extraordinary nature preserve in the Western Cape province of South Africa . The pristine coastline is only the beginning of the natural wonders here: Inland, the park first spreads out across the wetland expanse of Langebaan Lagoon , an important habitat for huge numbers of birds. Many species flock to the lagoon, ranging from the small chestnut-banded plover , to medium-size wading birds like the bar-tailed godwit , to some of the world's largest birds such as the great white pelican . The flowers of West Coast National Park are as beloved as the birds. Every spring, the Postberg area of the park sees a vast carpet of wildflowers bloom and brighten the landscape. White rain daisies grow in such profusion that it sometimes appears as if a light snow has fallen across the park's fields... See more See less
