Taranaki Conservation

New Plymouth — New Plymouth has far fewer rats than it did five years ago, thanks to the efforts of thousands of dedicated backyard trappers.

By Taranaki Regional Council
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Taranaki — An example of the importance of wetlands and the challenges involved in their restoration and enhancement will be on public show to mark World Wetlands Day on Sunday (3 February).

By Taranaki Regional Council
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New Plymouth — Lake Rotomanu relies on its grass carp to stay healthy – so if you catch one of the fish, please put it back.

By New Plymouth District Council
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New Plymouth — The newest member of the cotton-top tamarin family now has a name thanks to a Facebook poll run by Brooklands Zoo.

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Taranaki — Taranaki’s native plants and animals were the winners today (Friday 27 July) as the region’s key biodiversity champions signed a ground-breaking agreement to work together for the common good.

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New Plymouth — An iconic tree alongside Pukekura Raceway is in danger of falling apart – so the Council is taking action.

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Taranaki — Got a planting project in mind for winter 2013? You may qualify for funding assistance from the Taranaki Tree Trust – and now is the time to apply.

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New Plymouth — An eel beaten to death in Huatoki Plaza has prompted a reminder that all animals within Council-administered areas are protected and should be left alone.

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Taranaki — Preliminary DNA test results released by the University of Auckland have shown that the dolphin recovered from a Taranaki beach last week had DNA characteristics more consistent with Hector’s dolphin, rather than Maui’s dolphin.

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Taranaki — The preliminary pathology report on the dead Hector’s/Maui’s dolphin recovered from a Taranaki beach last week has indicated that the animal died of natural causes.

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Taranaki — The ins and out of planting native trees for ecosystem restoration will be explained at a free public workshop at Hollard Gardens, Kaponga, on Sunday (6 May).

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New Plymouth — A tiny new monkey has caught the eye of visitors at Brooklands Zoo.

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Taranaki — Landowners with planting projects planned for winter may be eligible for assistance from the Taranaki Tree Trust – but they need to act now to secure funding.

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Taranaki — Time is running out for those wanting to seek Taranaki Tree Trust assistance with planting projects.

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New Plymouth — Brooklands Zoo has a new addition to its capuchin monkey population.

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Taranaki — A popular inhabitant at Brooklands Zoo has been put down today after a short illness.

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New Plymouth — The enclosure of Brooklands Zoo’s cotton-top tamarin monkeys is getting a redesign.

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New Plymouth — High-profile Brooklands Zoo resident Mungo the red panda has passed away.

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New Plymouth — Cats are soon to be removed from around Brooklands Zoo and Bell Block Beach to help nearby wildlife.

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Taranaki — Tomorrow (Tuesday) a coastal wetland will get a helping hand from students at Ahititi School.

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New Plymouth — One of the oldest capuchin monkeys in Australasia is turning 44 on Thursday (10 June) at Brooklands Zoo.

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Taranaki — Initial results indicate possum numbers in Egmont National Park have plummeted after last month’s successful 1080 operation – providing a precious lifeline for local forests and vulnerable bird species in the park.

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