Unveiling the Stealthy Predator: Stoats and Their Impact on New Zealand's Biodiversity
Stoats may be small, but their presence in New Zealand's ecosystems has far-reaching consequences for native wildlife. Let's delve into some fascinating facts about stoats and explore the negative ...
Unveiling the Destructive Truth About Possums: Impact on New Zealand's Biodiversity
Possums might seem cute and cuddly, but these furry creatures have a darker side when it comes to New Zealand's biodiversity. Let's explore some fascinating facts about possums and the negative imp...
Understanding NZ’s Rats to Better Combat Them
Rats pose a significant threat to New Zealand’s biodiversity due to their greedy appetites, rapid breeding rates, and destructive foraging behaviours. Here are some insights and practical tips for ...
The History of Aotearoa New Zealand's Birdsong
Tectonic forces separated Aotearoa New Zealand from the supercontinent Gondwana about 80 million years ago. Since then, isolated from other plants and animals by ocean, New Zealand’s flora and faun...
Aotearoa New Zealand's Introduced Mammal Pests
The History of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Introduced Mammal Pests Rats Pacific rats (also known as Kiore and Rattus exulans) were brought to New Zealand by Polynesian settlers in the 13th century. The ...
