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Species programmes
Species programmes
Introduction
These species-specific programmes protect our native wildlife.
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Kākāpō Recovery
Kākāpō Recovery combines the efforts of scientists, rangers, volunteers and donors to protect the critically endangered kākāpō.
Takahē Recovery Programme
The Takahē Recovery Programme involves DOC’s dedicated Takahē Team and iwi working with a network of people around New Zealand, to ensure the takahē is never again considered extinct.
Whio Forever
The Whio Forever Recovery Programme is a partnership between DOC and Genesis to enhance the survival of blue duck/whio nationwide.
Protecting marine species
We work to protect marine species including dolphins and sharks.
Protecting birds
Find out about some of the projects we do to protect bird species.
Protecting bats/pekapeka
Find out about some of the projects we do to protect bat/pekapeka species.
Protecting reptiles and frogs
Find out about some of the projects we have to protect reptiles and frogs.
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Online courses
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Drone use on conservation land
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Jobs for Nature – Mahi mō te Taiao
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Tiakina Ngā Manu
Kākāpō Recovery
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