Native Birds
Cars the leading cause of kiwi deaths across Northland
14 Mar 2026
But an expert warns the true figures could be higher than reported.
Bird 'super sanctuary' proposed for Wellington
5 Jan 2024
Greater Wellington wants government funding for a sanctuary on 3000 hectares of native bush.
Protected bird shot with air rifle
20 Nov 2023
The Department of Conservation is appealing for information after an adult variable oystercatcher, or tōrea pango, was shot dead with an air rifle on Pouawa Beach.
Endangered dotterel find sanctuary at Auckland Airport
2 Nov 2023
Four pairs of tūturiwhatu / New Zealand dotterel are nesting in the airport's grassy areas.
