by Save the Kiwi | Dec 11, 2024 | Chasing Zero, John Bissell, Predator Control
Ferrets are a significant threat to native bird species and reptiles. They predate on eggs, chicks and adult birds, leading to declines in native populations. Kiwi are at particular risk from ferrets because they can’t fly. In late summer, juvenile ferrets will leave...
by Save the Kiwi | Nov 27, 2023 | Chasing Zero, John Bissell, Predator Control
Christmas is knocking on our doors and many of us are scratching our heads wondering where on earth time has gone. As well as that, our thoughts will rightly often turn towards time with special people and time off to recharge our batteries. Ironically – and unfairly...
by Save the Kiwi | Jul 15, 2023 | Chasing Zero, Predator Control
Just over a year ago, I started a conversation about cats and the associated issues around them. Since then, I’ve had a great response from all sides. I haven’t set out to offend anyone, but rather to have an honest up-front conversation about the issues at hand and...
by Save the Kiwi | May 19, 2023 | Chasing Zero, Jobs for Nature, John Bissell, Predator Control
Kia ora team, There is always much to discuss around the trap line. This month, I want to discuss what I call the ‘trap and hope’ epidemic. Everywhere we are working in the predator control front, we are increasing the hectares under control and the species targeted....
by Save the Kiwi | Nov 23, 2022 | Chasing Zero, John Bissell, Predator Control
How you set and maintain your DOC 200 and 250 traps will determine your trapping success. Setting traps and simply getting them out there is half the job when it comes to predator control, right? In fact, maintaining those traps, consistently trying and testing your...
