Since 2011 the average number of native bird species counted in the capital each year has risen by 41%. The average annual counts show significant increases in Kākā by 260%, Kererū by 200%, Tūī by 85% and Pīwakawaka NZ Fantail by 49%.
Link to full report: https://wellington.govt.nz/-/media/news ... BB6A06BB94
Native bird numbers soar in the capital
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Michael Szabo
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Native bird numbers soar in the capital
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Richard_Jones
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Re: Native bird numbers soar in the capital
Fabulous news Michael. Those are impressive increases.
Regards,
Richard
Regards,
Richard
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Jim_j
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Re: Native bird numbers soar in the capital
Interesting that the report implicates cats as the main reason that certain species have not spread beyond the fenced sanctuary.
Certainly makes sense - hopefully will finally prompt some action around control.
Cheers
Jim
Certainly makes sense - hopefully will finally prompt some action around control.
Cheers
Jim