Whitu the wild Whangarei Heads kiwi has well and truly earned his transmitter-retirement after 15 years! Article by Todd Hamilton, Backyard Kiwi Project Manager We have been radio monitoring Whitu for 15 years now. He has been a fantastic ambassador for the kiwi at the Heads. Monitoring his movements and following his life has … [Read more...]
Mahinepua Kiwi Fit & Healthy Despite Drought
Fred and Graham - two transmitter wearing wild kiwi monitored by the Mahinepua-Radar Hill Landcare Group recently passed a health check with flying colours despite the drought. Sustained pest control by the landcare group is thought to have helped them beat the odds. Article by Lesley Baigent, Kiwi Coast Far North Coordinator, and Marj Cox, … [Read more...]