Venomous sea snake spotted on Auckland’s North Shore, Department of Conservation investigates
The (DoC) is investigating after a venomous sea snake was spotted in the Auckland suburb of Devonport. Senior science adviser ...
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Highly trained dog primed to play a key role in sniffing down pests in New Zealand: 'Already showing he knows what he's doing'
"Shaka can be a highly valuable and specialized conservation asset." Highly trained dog primed to play a key role in sniffing ...
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New Zealand locals help rescue more than 30 whales stranded on beach
New Zealand is one of the most common places ... no signs of the whales saved on Sunday stranding again, the Department of Conservation said. The agency praised as “incredible” the efforts ...
Why community volunteers will be essential for how NZ handles the arrival of bird flu
A bird flu outbreak poses a significant risk to wildlife in New Zealand but the country's conservation volunteers could provide a crucial defence line.
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Department of Conservation investigating after whale dies in Kaikōura area and another is injured
The Department of Conservation is investigating after one whale was injured and another died at the top of the South Island during the new year period. Photo / Whale Watch Kaikoura The Department ...
Government Tone Deaf On Mining Public Conservation Land
Forest & Bird is calling for a ban on mining on public conservation land. Draft legislation was prepared during the previous government following a commitment in the 2017 Speech from the Throne.
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An albatross couple shares egg duty in this captivating low-drama reality show
On a busy comments page hosted by New Zealand's Department of Conservation, devoted fans track the birds' locations on an app, discuss significant moments and even create art inspired by the ...