Native to Australia, plague skinks were first recorded in Auckland during the 1960s and are now posing a threat to our rare native lizards. The plague skink (Lampropholis delicata) is sometimes known ...

You must have approval to possess some live freshwater species. Get information on the authorisations required. You must have approval to possess some live freshwater species. Information on the ...

Complete this form to submit a ballot for hunting in the Greenstone/Caples hunting area. Only one application per party is permitted. Individual hunters should not apply on more than one ballot form – ...

Learn about operating drones on public conservation land and how to apply for DOC for a drone concession (permit). Drones are aircraft. All aircraft operating on conservation land needs a permit.

As of the end of January 2025, staff have undertaken 106 angler surveys on Lake Taupō in the 2024/2025 summer period. This short report summarises the data collected and compares it with data from the ...

The first release of seven juvenile whio in the Moeraki valley, north of Haast, is a milestone for West Coast whio conservation efforts. The young birds were released on January 30 by representatives ...

The internationally significant Whangamarino Wetland has proven more resilient to fire than expected, thanks to the healthy state of the peatland before the blaze. The good news comes just ahead of ...

You must have approval to undertake freshwater fish farming and some types of aquaponics. Get information on the authorisations required. You must have approval to undertake freshwater fish farming ...

How to use grass carp to help control aquatic weed growths in water bodies. Grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) were introduced to New Zealand in the 1960s to help control aquatic weed growths in ...

Aquatic plants are natural components of healthy water systems, but they can grow out of control and become a nuisance. Find out how to manage aquatic plant growth. Aquatic plants are natural ...

Applying for a permit for the first time can be complicated. To ensure your application goes smoothly we offer a free pre-application meeting. The Marine Mammals Protection Regulations provides for ...

Complete this form if you have found or collected bones, teeth, ivory or ambergris that has already separated naturally from a marine mammal. Privacy disclosure: To ...