E koekoe te tūi, e ketekete te kākā, e kūkū te kererū
The tūi chatters, the kākā cackles and the kererū coo’s
Photo by Richard Tully
Waiheke wildlife hub
Discover more about the unique and fascinating wildlife that inspires and drives all of the mahi dedicated to its protection.
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Backyard birding
Learn about Waiheke’s native birds with bird whisperer Tim Lovegrove, and how predator-free efforts help them thrive.
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Waiheke Wildlife
Check out the gallery of Waiheke’s fascinating native species the communities working hard to protect.
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Backyard bugging
Discover how you can make a difference in your backyard with these informative and entertaining videos about the insect world.
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Learn more videos
Learn how to make Wētā motels, learn about predator free initiatives and much more
Latest news
Stay updated with the latest news on Waiheke’s conservation efforts
Rat pilot adaptations due to Omicron
Faced with disruptions associated with the Omicron outbreak in New Zealand, Te Korowai o Waiheke has taken technical advice to modify the rat eradication pilot beginning on May 2nd.
What Is The Difference Between a Shorebird and a Seabird?
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between shorebirds and seabirds?
Celebrating the region’s predator-free wins for Auckland Anniversary
It’s Auckland Anniversary and while a public holiday is a nice way to mark the occasion, we want to take the opportunity to celebrate the region where predator-free began.
The Year In Review — 2021
2021 has been a rollercoaster of a year. Some months have been exhilarating, gaining momentum towards a number of collective goals, while others have chugged away slowly in the background. It’s been a big year and as the ride of 2021 draws to a close, we take a moment to look back on the highlights that made it memorable.
Initial Analysis of Monitoring Ink Cards
We'd like to share with you the highlights from the initial analysis of the monitoring Ink cards retrieved earlier this month!
How to help birds through the seasons — summer
Encouraging and supporting birdlife in your backyard is easier than you may think. By taking a few easy steps to create a safe space with access to food and water, you can welcome feathered friends to your garden sanctuary throughout the year. This series looks at bird behaviour through the seasons and how to support them during each one.
It will take everyone working together to make Waiheke predator-free. Learn all about the Whānau!
