You can help the black stilt/kakī
When recreating in the riverbeds of the Mackenzie Basin, follow the river care code. Minimise the risk to nesting birds by driving on marked tracks, learning about and responding appropriately to bird behaviour, keeping pets off riverbeds or dogs on a leash.
Students of Twizel Area School made boxes
for predator traps, to help kakī
River care code
- River birds nest on the ground. Their eggs and chicks are almost impossible to spot from a vehicle. Please refrain from driving in riverbeds from August to December.
- Birds swooping, circling or calling loudly probably have nests nearby. Move away so they can return to them, or their eggs and chicks could die.
- A dog running loose can wreak havoc. Leave your dog at home or keep it under strict control.
- Jet boats disturb birds and can wash away nests near the water's edge. The speed limit for boats is 5 knots within 200 m of the bank.
Kakī Visitor Hide
You can take a guided tour of the Kakī Visitor Hide, near Twizel in the Mackenzie Basin, and learn about the ecology and conservation of these unique birds. The hide is next to the captive breeding centre and overlooks aviaries where kakī pairs are held. Tours can be booked during spring and summer and there is a facility for collecting donations.
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Twizel Area Office
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Phone:
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+64 3 435 0802
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Fax:
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+64 3 435 0852
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Email:
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TwizelAO@doc.govt.nz
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Address:
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Wairepo Road
Twizel 7901
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Postal Address:
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Private Bag
Twizel 7944
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Contacts
DOC HOTline - 24 hour emergency number
Phone 0800 DOC HOTline (0800 362 468) to report:
Sick or injured wildlife
Whale or dolphin strandings