Native bats thrive after predator control
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 16 December 2020
Long and short-tailed bats were once common in Aotearoa but have disappeared from many areas due to habitat loss...
More than meets the eye: Teresa McCauley | Conservation blog
Source: Department of Conservation
Today we’re launching a new series on the Conservation blog – More than meets the eye, where we share the untold...
Orca update – 5pm, Thursday 22 July 2021
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 22 July 2021
Department of Conservation (DOC) Marine Species Manager, Ian Angus, says the orca calf’s health has been assessed and vets...
Give wildlife space over lockdown
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 25 August 2021
During COVID-19 lockdown, with mental health encouraging us to go outside and have some fresh air, now “tis the...
Coromandel’s “Lizard Man” a conservation hero – 30 years on
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 07 September 2021
The retired teacher is a popular figure around the Coromandel and Hauraki districts, sharing his love and knowledge of...
New reserve for Kapitia skinks
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 26 November 2021
The Kapitia skinks, found only in a 1 km coastal strip near Hokitika, were badly impacted by Cyclone Fehi...
Look Closer: Celebrating Conservation Week through a 2020 lens | Conservation blog
Source: Department of Conservation
The way we experience nature has changed since last Conservation Week.
2020 has changed us and placed a greater emphasis on our...
Students’ conservation dresses on display
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
Two conservation-themed wearable art pieces designed by high school students are gracing the windows of Kapiti/Wellington’s DOC Visitor Centre.
Date: 10 November 2020
For...
Historic Hooker Hut reopens
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 03 May 2021
The hut, which first opened in 1910 and is the oldest in the National Park, was removed from its...
Give leopard seal at Havelock space
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 10 December 2021
The leopard seal has been seen several times at Havelock Marina in recent weeks and was spotted there again...
Ecologist excited by potential new plant discovery
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 02 March 2022
The discovery was made during an expedition at the end of January, when Brian was assisting Te Papa scientist...
Wildlife Act Authority granted to the Kennedy Point developers
Source: Department of Conservation
Date: 30 March 2022
DOC received an application for a Wildlife Act Authority from the developers of a new floating marina being built...
