Bar-tailed godwits are longhaul experts
If you’ve ever found a longhaul airline flight gruelling, spare a thought for those expert longhaulers, the kūaka /bar-tailed godwits (Limosa lapponica baueri) – currently…
Omaha community is looking out for its dotterels
Fondly referred to by some as ‘Dots’, New Zealand dotterels are appealing little shore birds, their sharp ‘cheep’ call signalling their constant alertness to possible…
5 reasons why it’s time to join your local trapping group
New Zealanders join trapping groups for a number of reasons. They may want to protect our native species, leave our country in a better state…
Sugar intake of kākā measured at ecosanctuary feeders
Otago University zoologists Anna Aichele, Philip Seddon and Yolanda van Heezik have been measuring the sugar intake of kākā at Orokonui Eco-sanctuary just north of…
Our top tips for Springtime
It’s warming up. Our days are getting longer. Many of us are keen to get out and enjoy the outdoors, even if it’s in our…
Fostering the birds of Manukapua: Q&A with Tapora Land & Coast Care Group
Kia Puawai ai ngā taonga o Manukapua (fostering the birds of Manukapua) is the project and kaupapa of the Tapora Land & Coast Care Group.…
Backyard Legends: Brad Windust from Bay Bush Action
For 10 years, Brad Windust has been trapping introduced predators in sections of the Ōpua State Forest. The Ōpua State Forest spans 2000 hectares and…
Backyard Legends: Rod Morris, Nature Photographer & Conservationist
Rod Morris has been telling stories about our natural history for more than four decades. He’s been a zookeeper, a teacher, an author, and a…
Backyard Legends: Bridget Palmer
‘Whakatāne’s kiwi lady’ Bridget Palmer is dedicated to protecting the environment and saving the North Island brown kiwi. For over 18 years, Bridget was a…
Backyard Legends: Dan Henry
In 2017, Dan Henry, together with some friends, set up Predator Free Miramar and encouraged the community to start backyard trapping in an effort to…
What is it like running a kiwi crèche? A Q&A with PWT
The Paparoa Wildlife Trust is a small community organisation made up of dedicated locals who are passionate about looking after the roroa (great spotted kiwi)…
Photographing our lesser-known natives: A Q&A with Sam the animal man
Wildlife photographer Sam Purdie is capturing our lesser-known natives on camera. He hopes that by photographing them, it will raise the awareness of these special…
Predator Free Backyard Funding 2021 Announced
We are pleased to announce eleven community groups who will receive Predator Free Backyard Communities funding. We received over a hundred applications and the majority…
5 NZ skinks found nowhere else in the world
New Zealand’s most commonly encountered reptile is the skink. You may have even spotted one in your garden. It is estimated we have around 60…
5 ways to make your garden a safe haven for native species
Love the idea of attracting native wildlife into your backyard? Here are 5 ways to make your garden a safe haven. 1. Trap rats Attracting…
