This year marks 20th anniversary of the poll which raises awareness for native species considered to be at risk.

“But it is also at risk – especially from habitat loss and predation.” The kārearea is at risk of habitat loss and predation.Steve Attwood / Supplied In second place was the kea and in third, the ...

After an early lead, the kārearea New Zealand falcon kept its talons firmly on the top spot and has snatched the crown in the ...

The newly-discovered penguin species went extinct when the ice age hit, but researchers don't think the cold was to blame for ...

An emergency ban has been implemented around the Otago Peninsula in New Zealand. It imposes immediate restrictions on fishing ...

Three million years ago, an extinct relative of today's great penguins—emperors and kings—lived in Aotearoa New Zealand.

From Monday 15 September to Sunday 28 September, New Zealanders will once again flock online to vote for their favourite ...

As Oceans and Fisheries Minister, Shane Jones has recently taken action to protect the endangered yellow-eyed penguin (hoiho) ...

Minister Jones explained that the decision, while difficult, was necessary to address the accidental capture of hoiho in set nets, known as bycatch.

PITTSBURGH — The Penguins have hung a for-sale sign, and the organization is in a holding pattern as a result. With talks continuing between the Hoffmann family and Fenway Sports Group, Penguins ...

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