While occupying only 2% of the world’s land surface area, South Africa is home to 10% of the world’s plant species and 7% of its reptile, bird and mammal species.  Its waters harbour around 15% of the world’s marine species, 

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It is comprised of the mainland EEZ (1,068,659 km²) & Prince Edward Islands 🇿🇦 EEZ (466,879 km²) totalling 1,535,538 km², while the land area is 1,220,000 km².