By Drew (age 8) As I trekked up the hill, I listen intently for the bird calls. When I stepped inside the bush the leaves start rustling. The bird calls twist round our ears. Tuīs, grey warblers and riflemen. The healing plant shivered in Kate, our leader’s hand. She explained it was a kawakawa. As […]
A new interactive book app recreates what they might have sounded like. 12 Huia Birds, a new interactive book and activity app, tells the story of the huia. The unusual appearance of the bird along with their beautiful song and their trusting nature is what made them so special and appealing. They were said to have had the […]
A night of bat detecting and bush walking by Kiwi Conservation Club Waitakere was a huge success according to Lucas Glamuzina, age 8, who has now declared himself a dedicated bat fan. “Last week’s bat walk was really cool. I now really love bats. I was amazed when we heard and saw the bats flying.” […]
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