Kākāpō ( Strigops habroptilus) are large, flightless, nocturnal parrots with mottled green and yellow plumage that only breed ...

But other native animals such as bats, lizards, and invertebrates, are also particularly vulnerable, Hawkes Bay Regional Council says.

Feral and domestic cats are estimated to kill as many as 100 million birds every year in New Zealand. But that’s not all they ...

Scientists have long focused on quantifying fear and other negative emotions in animals. Now they’re trying to measure positive feelings — and it’s a challenge.

From bold foxes to gregarious birds, animals’ personalities are increasingly being seen as crucial to conservation efforts.

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Earth looked much different not just millions, but even decades and centuries ago. Many animal species that once existed are ...

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Kiwi have started to hatch on Waiheke Island and may thrive with the help of special detection dogs helping eliminate the ...

Any New Zealanders in Iran should "leave now", the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFAT), is warning. MFAT said the number of ...

Ending use of animals in teaching and limiting surgery in research settings to veterinarians among suggested changes ...