Sophie Barker - Albatross return to Otago

This Saturday, September 22, marks the 80th anniversary of the first known albatross chick to fledge from Taiaroa Head on the Otago Peninsula. Credit for this goes to conservationist and citizen scientist Lance Richdale who often camped near the nest to protect it from predators and people. On Tuesday this week, bells rang in Dunedin to celebrate the first Royal Albatross returning for the spring breeding season. Otago Peninsula Trust marketing manager, Sophie Barker, tells Kim that hopes are high for this season after a disastrous year in 2017. Listeners can often see the albatross in action via this link: https://www.doc.govt.nz/royalcam