Wetlands
Our wetlands are facing a crisis. Over 90% of our wetlands are gone and many of our plants and animals now face severe threats.
You can help save our precious wetlands
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Encouraging and supporting sustainable sport shooting. Providing education and information about endangered species.
Wildlife
New Zealand is home to the two rarest Waterfowl species in the world. The Whio and the Pateke are struggling for their survival.
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activities
Canada Geese
The distinctive and well-known Canada goose is a North American native that has been extensively introduced to UK,
Teal
The brown teal/pāteke is a small dabbling duck endemic to New Zealand. They are the rarest waterfowl on the mainland.
Wetlands restoration
Our wetlands are facing a crisis. They are abound with life familiar to us all. However, over 90% are gone & many of our plants and animals now face severe threats.
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Whio release program
The blue duck/whio is only found in New Zealand. It is a nationally vulnerable species and faces a risk of becoming extinct.
Swans
The mute swan had absolute protection in New Zealand under the Wildlife Act 1953 but this was changed in June 2010 to a lower level of protection. It still has protection, but is now allowed to be killed or held in captivity at the discretion of the Minister of Conservation.
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Rails
From an era when large flightless birds were spread throughout New Zealand, the takahē has clung to existence despite the pressures of hunting, habitat destruction and introduced predators.
Bittern
The endangered matuku inhabits wetlands throughout New Zealand. DOC is focusing on developing methods for surveying bittern systematically and for restoring wetlands .
