Animals
Some brand-new wallabies and what they mean for the environment
Researchers have discovered a new species of wallaby living undetected around Rotorua. Audio
Bird of the Year returns for 2024
US talkshow host John Oliver, led an aggressive campaign to carry the Puteketeke to a landslide win in last year's Bird of the Century competition. The bird also known as the Australasian Crested… Audio
What machines can learn from the dung beetle
In 2013, researchers discovered that the humble dung beetle was using the Milky Way as a navigational guide to roll its signature balls of dung. Now, engineers in Australia have been taking notes. Audio
Critter of the Week: New Zealand hermit crab | kaunga
This week's critter is the kaunga (New Zealand hermit crab, Pagurus novizealandiae). Audio
Don Schwass, NZ's go-to dog tracker
After decades of searching for people lost in the wilderness, Don Schwass has found fame in recent years for his finding expertise. Audio
Shortages in vet sector hitting rural areas the hardest
A new study shows shortages across the veterinary sector are leading to some leaving the industry due to high workload, stress and burnout - especially in rural New Zealand.
Dead albatross found in Foxton
A small town bird rescue is in disbelief after discovering a massive dead albatross in its patch. Foxton Bird Rescue Manager Aaron Hyam spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The pre-panel
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer José Barbosa talks about the hidden reasons cats sratch the furniture. Plus: have you ever been on a parade float? Audio
The pre-panel
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer José Barbosa talks about the hidden reasons cats sratch the furniture. Plus: have you ever been on a parade float? Audio
Cock-a-doodle-do or Cock-a-doodle-don't: Should Marama get chickens?
News reader Marama T-Pole has been weighing up getting some backyard chickens. To push her into finally making a descision we've lined up an interview with backyard chicken expert Pam Adams. Marama… Audio
Pair of undies from Orangutan Island to be auctioned
A unique pair of undies from the documentary series Orangutan Island is being auctioned off to raise money for charity. Borneo Orangutan Survival NZ chief executive Kerin Welford spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Anti-methane vaccine could reduce impact of cow burps
For decades, scientists have been working on a methane-reducing vaccine for cows with little success, until now. A prototype vaccine by US-based start-up Arkeabio is showing promise following a trial… Audio
Beautiful bugs and tiny plants
Capturing the health of a piece of bush, and figuring out what predator pests are around, often comes down to the state of its smallest inhabitants Audio
Beautiful bugs and tiny plants
Capturing the health of a piece of bush, and figuring out what predator pests are around, often comes down to the state of its smallest inhabitants
AudioCritter of the Week - Shore skink or Mokomoko
The wee creature featured today is the Shore skink or Mokomoko. Audio
A truly fancy cat
A Belgium Blue cat called Traeger (show name: Masterpiece du Petite Prince) recently became the Supreme winner at the New Zealand Cat Fancy National cat show. Owner Wendy Powell is stoked at the win… Audio
They're farming Kingfish out here
NIWA has just opened a new Aquaculture Centre in Ruakaka which can produce 600 tonnes of Kingfish a year. Audio
Native Australian bat found in Marlborough
An encounter with a native Australian bat in Marlborough is raising questions about how it got there. Samantha Gee has the story. Audio
Shower Thoughts: How do animals become domesticated?
Head of Massey University's vet school, Professor Jon Huxley joins Emile Donovan to explain. Audio
Christchurch Council to review dog walking bylaws
A Professional dog walker fears her business could be jeopardy if Christchurch Counicl limits the number of dogs she can walk at any one time. The council is about to review its canine bylaws and… Audio
