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Protecting our native wildlife brochure

Published:

January 2010

Find out how targeted pest control can help our vulnerable native species that are under attack by imported predators.

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Protecting our native wildlife (PDF, 3,393K)

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Summary

This 12 page publication explains why our native species are dying and what we are doing to 'turn the tide'.

  • Find out the terrible toll faced by our vulnerable natural species again imported predators such as stoats, rats, cats and possums
  • Learn about the techniques and tools used to control these pests
  • Discover why 1080 is so well suited for use in New Zealand
  • Explore the way forward by looking at new ways to effectively protect our forests and wildlife

Contact

National Office
Phone: +64 4 471 0726
Email: enquiries@doc.govt.nz
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Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai