E koekoe te tūi, e ketekete te kākā, e kūkū te kererū

The tūi chatters, the kākā cackles and the kererū coo’s

Photo by Richard Tully

Waiheke wildlife hub

Discover more about the unique and fascinating wildlife that inspires and drives all of the mahi dedicated to its protection.

  • Backyard birding

    Backyard birding

    Learn about Waiheke’s native birds with bird whisperer Tim Lovegrove, and how predator-free efforts help them thrive.

  • Waiheke Wildlife

    Waiheke Wildlife

    Check out the gallery of Waiheke’s fascinating native species the communities working hard to protect.

  • Backyard bugging

    Backyard bugging

    Discover how you can make a difference in your backyard with these informative and entertaining videos about the insect world.

  • Learn more videos

    Learn more videos

    Learn how to make Wētā motels, learn about predator free initiatives and much more

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Backyard Birding Photo Competition Winners

After receiving a flood of stunning submissions and a close public vote, the top 10 finalists were chosen for both rounds of the #backyardbirding photo competition and given to local professional photographer Peter Rees to judge (5 from the Waiheke region and 5 from the wider Hauraki Gulf). Check them out below!

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Imagine if... Waiheke was Predator-Free

Imagine if …Waiheke was predator free… There are many benefits to so many aspects of our island's flora and fauna - that’s why we will do a little series to break down some of the incredible changes Waiheke could see after becoming predator free.

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Nothing more than a spindly branch waving in the wind — Written by Te Korowai o Waiheke Team Member

Many years ago, when I was much smaller and more spritely, I found myself in the thick of a kānuka tree on the manicured grounds of the Auckland Botanic Gardens. I pushed back through to the green lawns, wiping cobwebs out of my eyes and mouth as I went. As soon as I think I am free of creepy crawlies, two long, hooked feet wrap themselves around the brim of my cap.

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The islands of the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana o Hauraki — Motuihe Island

Spreading over more than one million hectares, the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf are home to many special islands - from the iconic dome of Rangitoto to the island sanctuary of Tiritiri Matangi - each island has its own fascinating history and distinctive natural beauty.

Many of Waiheke’s neighbours are already predator-free and looking at how the wildlife on these islands has prospered - gives us a good idea of what would happen on Waiheke.

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It will take everyone working together to make Waiheke predator-free. Learn all about the Whānau!