Animals
Exploring the mysteries of the wild pigeon
Nottingham University's Will Smith has been studying them in Scotland's Outer Hebrides since 2019 and joins Emile to share his research. Audio
Why did hundreds of eels die in Waiatai stream?
A few weeks ago, some locals in Waiatai Valley near Wairoa were devastated to find hundreds of dead eels in the Waiatai stream. Some of the eels, or tuna in te reo Maori, were thought to be 40 to 50… Audio
A new big game fishing competition out of Westport
The 'Buller Bluewater Classic' is a new month-long big game fishing competition out of the Port of Westport. It seems warmer water temperatures has resulted in a flurry of marlin along with mahi mahi… Audio
The latest on the yellow legged hornet problem
News from the Ministry of Primary Industries reveals that it has found 3 secondary yellow legged hornet nests and successfully treated and removed them. Using tracking, trapping and ground… Audio
Capital Kiwi Project proving successful
We're a nation of Kiwis but many New Zealanders have never seen the bird they're named after in the wild. So when a project to bring the national icon back to the capital was hatched in 2016 most… Audio
Are modern windows hurting Kereru?
A Dunedin Wildlife Hospital suspects modern windows could be to blame for an increasing number of serious injuries in Aotearoa's native wood pigeon or Kereru. Window strike is the most common reason… Audio
Which bug is the mightiest of the year?
You've probably all heard of Bird of the Year, but Bug of the Year might be new to you. Much like the name suggests, it is a competition pitting critters against each other. (Yes, we know the word… Audio
Auckland Council desexes 1000 dogs for free
A major milestone has been met in Auckland Council's bid to reduce the number of roaming dogs - with 1000 dogs desexed for free. Auckland Council's Manager of Animal Management Elly Waitoa spoke to… Audio
Critter of the Week: Seaweed Darkling Beetle
Washed up seaweed might look unimportant to us, but rotting seaweed is a crucial haven for animals such as the seaweed darkling beetle. The decaying seaweed provides both shelter and sustenance… Audio
Critter of the Week: Seaweed Darkling Beetle
Washed up seaweed might look unimportant to us, but rotting seaweed is a crucial haven for animals such as the seaweed darkling beetle. The decaying seaweed provides both shelter and sustenance… Audio
Northland Kiwi being killed in big numbers due to roaming dogs
There's a kiwi-pocalyse up north - and a lot of mud - Peter de Graaf reports. Audio
Greyhound racing industry wants compensation if ban enforced
The Greyhound racing industry wants tens of millions of dollars in compensation if the government pushes ahead with its proposed ban. The deadline to end the sport is July this year. Racing Minister… Audio
The Kakapo Files are Back!!
The Kakapo Files podcast is back with what is set to be the biggest breeding season of all time for our favourite parrot. To listen to the full episode head here. If you're keen to watch the Kakapo… Audio
Kakapo cam broadcasting 24/7 for birdwatchers
Bird-watchers can keep an eye on critically endangered kakapo from the comfort of the couch via a 24/7 webcam, live and direct from remote Whenua Hou or Codfish Island, near Stewart Island. Keiller… Audio
Eating non-regulated meat could be dangerous for Pasifika
Tongan community leader and former food safety regulator Melino Maka voices concern over non-regulated meat. Audio
What's bugging you? Ruud "The Bug Man" Kleinpaste is in studio
Whether it's a story idea, interview request or a correction, we love hearing from you. Briana emailed us over the break with an issue she was hoping we could put to Ruud "The Bug Man" Kleinpaste… Audio
Wild deer wander the streets of Whanganui
Wild deer roaming the streets of suburban Whanganui are delighting some residents, while raising concerns for others. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin reports. Audio
HUHA reacts to horse meat being eaten in NZ
In the aftermath of yesterday's horse pie story, we asked Carolyn Press McKenzie from HUHA talked about other "alternate meats" and the legalities of consuming them. Audio
The heartwarming story of a hiker and a kitten
Mustering the energy to walk the Te Araroa trail is one thing, carrying an extra load while you do it, is another feat entirely. But that's exactly what one British hiker has done. Katie Evans has… Audio
Why a couple of sheep farmers in Mosgiel won an award in Wales
Right we're off to Mosgiel to talk to retired farmer Geoff Neilson. You see, Geoff and his wife Ailsa are the recipients of a new award from six major Welsh farming organisations. Since the 1970s… Audio
