… population currently stands at 63 animals over the age of one. “We know that a population of this size can only sustain one death every seven years, to have any chance of recovery. … female is tragic, as it reduces future breeding potential for this critically endangered sub-species." “Raglan is a …

… Long Term Plan Submissions close on Monday March 26 at 5pm Recently every household in Canterbury should have … help with the planting you are still welcome to come and visit the area to see what we are achieving and join us in … the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). One hundred and twenty world leading climate researchers …

… brought back from the brink. A simple national bottom line for nitrogen and phosphorus  pollution is missing from the … are some really good things this reform package achieves for freshwater in Aotearoa, but what's missing leaves our … implementing the advice of scientific experts." A Ministry for the Environment report on the state of freshwater this …

… The Nelson-Tasman Hub is one of Forest & Bird’s newest Youth Hubs with just over 30 … to Hub coordinator Nate Wilbourne about his enthusiasm for conservation and his hopes for the Nelson-Tasman Hub. … areas. Find out more on our  Forest & Bird Youth webpage Visit the Forest & Bird Youth  Facebook and  Instagram This …

… determined to change the face of conservation in Aotearoa one genetic "barcode" at a time. By Jazmine Ropne r Hidden … from a local river, beach, or reserve and sent to a lab for analysis. Over the past three years, eDNA has been … “This makes it very hard to find and study, but eDNA is one way to do that.” The students from Fiordland College who …

… has the opportunity to consider the final list of projects for the Fast-track Approvals Bill prior to the bill being …   The petition also urges the committee to call for public submissions.  Forest & Bird Group Manager Richard … the petition to MP Rachel Brooking at 11am on Wednesday 26 June, on Parliament’s steps, for consideration by the …

… forest on coastal hill country. It was milled for kauri, rimu and totara and partially cleared in the past … out across the floors.  Outside if children arrived to visit she would put up a hammock strung between two trees … members by Syd Owen at the February open-day. He used to visit Olive and lived not far away. Alan La Roche, MBE March …

… Forest & Bird says the improved threat status for New Zealand sea lions and Hector’s dolphins masks the … released an updated report on the threat classifications for marine mammals. Forest & Bird's marine advocate Katrina … lions. It’s optimistic to say they’re even stable.” “The latest pup estimate was lower than last year. The threats …

… "We’re absolutely delighted with this decision to protect one of our most outstanding and scenic rivers for future generations,” says Forest & Bird spokesperson Jen Miller. “This is one of New Zealand’s last truly wild rivers as well as …

… (ERP) and the 2022 Budget in May delivered some solid wins for Forest & Bird and our long-running campaigns to put … their destruction." Nicola Toki. ‘Working with nature’ is one of the five core principles that underpins the …    This article first appeared in the May 2022 E-news. …

… New Zealand’s School Strike 4 Climate movement and became one of the youngest ever local body councillors. Sophie is … Youth Council, she co-organised an Environmental Summit for Youth in her region in 2018 and is a Student Volunteer … co-coordinator in Kāpiti. Forest & Bird’s group manager for marketing and communications Phil Bilbrough said the …

… can rarely see or the fish hiding in the shallow rockpool. For our competition, we are looking for photos of New Zealand animals that are often forgotten … iNaturalist before, just be sure to follow the right rules for iNaturalist. The winner of this competition wins a $200 …

… supporters, major improvements have been made to the Bill. One critical change is that Mangrove Management Plans created … of you. The details While our preference would have been for the Select Committee to decline the Mangrove Management … policies and rules, and include those provisions.   Policy 26: Provide where appropriate for the protection, restoration …

… sustainable development that will provide a win/win/win for people, the environment, and the economy, this Bill is a … as it is currently worded is only going to fast-track one thing – environmental destruction and further damage to … on the Bill ahead of the fast-approaching deadline (one minute to midnight, Friday 19 April). To date, almost …

… Are you considering managing a bird campaign for Te Manu Rongonui o te Tau/Bird of the Year? Not sure if … tips and some tutu-ing around online, you can spread the news about why native birds in Aotearoa New Zealand need our help.   Here are our 10 tips for a successful BOTY campaign.  Tip #1: Don't do it alone …