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Key facts about restoring the mauri of Taranga (Hen) Island - factsheet

Published:

December 2010

The Department of Conservation's Whangarei Area Office in partnership with the Ngatiwai Trust Board plan to enhance the native species and habitats on Taranga Island by eradicating rats from the island.

Summary

The factsheet covers the following points:

  • Why eradicate rodents?
  • How it is happening
  • Why we are using this method
  • Timeframe
  • Reserve closure
  • Important information
  • Further information about Brodifacoum
  • Operational planning
  • If you suspect poisoning
  • Contact for more information
  • Map of the pesticide operational area

Publication information

Published by:

Whangarei Area Office
Phone: +64 9 470 3304
Email: whangareiao@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Contact

Keith Hawkins, Project Manager

Whangarei Area Office
Phone: +64 9 470 3304
Email: whangareiao@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

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