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Haast Kiwi Return and Pukupuku Tracking | Auckland News
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- Jul 15, 2026
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Summary
Rare kiwi birds are making a comeback on New Zealand’s West Coast—17 critically endangered Haast tokoeka have returned to their sanctuary after a stint at a conservation center, sparking local excitement and renewed commitments to dog control. Meanwhile, scientists are tracking two newly tagged little spotted kiwi (pukupuku) in the Adams Wilderness, part of a tiny but hopeful population rediscovered just last year. With predator control, breeding programs, and landscape-scale efforts underway, conservationists are pushing forward—even amid debate over methods like aerial 1080—to give these iconic birds a fighting chance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/139f19bcbc7fd556