You can help stop rainbow lorikeet
Be a responsible owner
If you own a rainbow lorikeet you must be a responsible owner and keep it in secure caging. Advice is available from the DOC Auckland Area Office on how to construct suitable caging that reduces the risk of the birds escaping.
Unwanted birds must not be released into the wild. They can be surrendered to bird rescue or the DOC Auckland Area Office.
Rainbow lorikeet
Within the greater Auckland area, DOC offers a service to rainbow lorikeet owners in getting their birds banded for identification at no cost. This allows them to be returned to their owners if they escape.
What do I do if I see a rainbow lorikeet?
If you hear of or see rainbow lorikeets in the wild please contact:
In the greater Auckland area:
In all other regions:
Contact your regional council or, if you suspect a population has established, contact:
MAF Biosecurity New Zealand
Freephone: 0800 80 99 66
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