Greater Wellington — Conservation status of native bird species in the Wellington region

Conservation status of native bird species in the Wellington region preview

Published Date Tue 01 Dec 2020

Document topic Conservation
Document topic Native animals
Document category Assessment
Document category Report

The conservation status of the native bird species in the Wellington region has been assessed by an expert panel. Forty-three bird species were identified as being Regionally Threatened and six as being Regionally At Risk. The high proportion of Regionally Threatened species (61%) highlights the vulnerability of indigenous species to the impacts of pests and habitat loss. An action plan for management and survey of Regionally Threatened and At Risk species is detailed.

Author: Crisp, P

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Conservation status of native bird species in the Wellington region