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The last stand of the monster koi of Kāpiti

Department of Conservation —  13/07/2022

This monster koi carp was a legend among locals. It was likely more than 14 years old (which would explain it’s size) but it’s time was up.

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Close up of a common wasp on a tree

How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Control Wasps with Vespex

Department of Conservation —  07/03/2022

Introduced wasps are a significant pest which harm our native birds and insects, and are also a threat to human health and recreation.

Read about Vespex a target wasp bait, first-hand from one of our Communication Advisors!

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Island sanctuaries – Brent Beaven, PF2050

Brent Beaven —  07/10/2021

Everything we learned on islands about eradicating pests.

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In Animal pests, Pest-free islands, Predator Free 2050, Predator Free New Zealand
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Wasp eating honeydew.

The tastiest poop in New Zealand

Department of Conservation —  04/10/2021

You may have tasted it already. Or, at least, you might have tried honey that was made by poop-eating bees.

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Stoat-ally different! How the ‘science of individuals’ is changing how we see pests

Department of Conservation —  13/07/2021

Scientists from Otago University, DOC and Landcare Research set out to understand how small carnivores hunt, and how we could use any lessons to our advantage in the fight to protect native species.

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