Guardians of the Galaxiidae: protecting kōkopu eggs from rats
When it comes to introduced predators, we hear a lot about their impact on birds, bats and lizards. But New Zealand’s native fish are also…
From two-year gecko pregnancies to colour-changing birds: meet five remarkable Rakiura residents
With golden beaches and emerald forests, Rakiura (Stewart Island) has been called “a piece of the primeval world” and is home to many wildlife wonders.…
In a neighbourhood near you: fresh funding for grassroots trapping
A wave of community-led conservation is sweeping across New Zealand, powered by passion, dedication, and now, an exciting new round of funding. The Predator Free…
Catch me if you can: how can we better trap shy female stoats?
Current traps nab more male stoats than females, which is a big problem. Females are basically always pregnant, non-stop baby factories. Researchers say diving deep…
Taking flight: saving nature from the sky
Founded in true number 8 wire fashion, Envico Technologies began in an Auckland garage. Two clever mates used their expertise to turn drones into a…
Tropical getaways and getting cosy: what does wildlife do in winter?
Scarce food and cold temps mean winter can be tough for animals. From looking for love to international adventures, here are five fascinating ways wildlife…
A kiwi is a kiwi is a kiwi…or is it? 5 species of kiwi you never knew about
All kiwi are not the same. In fact, there are five distinct species of the cute guys, each with their unique quirks, characteristics… and threats.…
Free labour: how bird poo is helping replant our native forests
What if the solution to restore our native forests more effectively, efficiently, and cheaply has been flying around us all along? That’s the question being…
Sending up the bat signal: inside the world of bat monitoring
New Zealand’s pekapeka (bat) is about the size of an adult thumb. Virtually silent, except for occasional high-pitched squeaks, they emerge under the cover of…
Show me the money: a closer look at community conservation
Government agencies are overwhelmed and underfunded and cannot handle protecting nature alone. Thousands of community conservation groups and volunteers fill the gaps – but are…
If our native birds were gardeners, what would they plant?
Native plants are a great way to attract native birds to your garden. No matter how small, you can always make your backyard more attractive…
Grand designs: 5 cool catios that will make your cat jealous
Catio (noun): combining cat and patio, an enclosed outdoor area for a cat. While the featured catios are impressive, there are numerous ways to create…
True cost: predators can damage your home and your wallet
When cold weather pushes rats and mice indoors, infestations happen. Rodents cause damage by chewing through wiring, timber, insulation, and pipes. The bad news? Most…
Fellowship of the trap: how an unlikely trio grew a trapping community
What do a mechanic, a cartoonist, and an oceanographer have in common? No, it’s not the start of a joke; instead, it’s the beginnings of…
Comic: Smelly predator science
Illustrator Andrew James explains this study on predator emitted volatile organic compounds from Scion. RELATED Stoat personalities: unravelling the mystery of trap-evasion Learn more about…
