# Haast Kiwi Return and Pukupuku Tracking | Auckland News

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Podcast: [Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/auckland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7853371)
Published: 2026-07-15T02:24:12+00:00
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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: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/139f19bcbc7fd556

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