Introduced mammalian predators like stoats, rats, possums and feral cats are the greatest threat to Aotearoa New Zealand’s native wildlife.
Many native species, especially ground-nesting birds like whio and takahē, are defenceless against these invaders, with eggs and chicks often destroyed before they reach adulthood.
These predators don’t just kill – they compete for food, destroy habitats and disrupt entire ecosystems. Without urgent action, we risk losing some of our most iconic taonga forever.