Join us, and do your bit
Imagine what our forests, mountains, and rivers must have sounded like. The birdsong was described as deafening, and as melodious wild music. But introduced predators are silencing our native birds, with over 25 million killed each year.
Biodiversity projects like those that Air New Zealand supports with DOC are giving our native species a fighting chance. But it takes a collaborative effort to make a difference and all of us Kiwis have our part to play.
Below are just some of the ways you can do your bit for our native species. Because nature needs us.
Sustainability in the backyard series
Join DOC's Threatened Species Ambassador team member Sam Rowland, as she talks us through how we can get involved with nature.
Create a lizard lounge
Get involved in conserving our lizards by creating an inviting home for them in your backyard.
Making tracking tunnels
Pests such as rats, stoats, and mice are a huge threat to our feathered friends.
Volunteer for conservation activities
You can get involved in activities around the country and volunteer your time to support a range of conservation efforts.
Backyard trapping
Trap and monitor predators in your backyard to create a safe haven for our feathered friends to thrive in.
Making a pitfall trap
Want to know what type of bugs and beetles are in your garden?
Plant native trees
Providing a home and food for our native birds is a great way to encourage them into your backyard.
Join a conservation group
Get involved with community conservation groups working with DOC or run your own community project.
Enjoy our beautiful backyard
We have some of the most beautiful natural environments in the world, so get out and enjoy it.
Get to know our native species
Learn about the native species in your backyard and what you can do to help them.
Protect our native animals
Make a difference by setting traps in your garden and catching pests.
Family learning about an insect with DOC image courtesy of Fraser Clements