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Tuna - habitat
Tuna are found in all sorts of habitats (places), including coastal estuaries, lakes, wetlands, rivers, mountain streams and even alpine tarns. -
Biosecurity tools
Software Tool/ResourceOur biosecurity management tools include: assessment models, field surveys, management advice and the testing of control methods. -
Freshwater pest species
This is a user guide on non-native fish, reptile, invertebrate, algal and plant species that are recorded in New Zealand freshwaters. -
Reintroducing giant kōkopu to Nukumea Stream
Research ProjectThe giant kōkopu is a native whitebait species considered rare and vulnerable. NIWA is working with Mahurangi Technical Institute and environmental consultancy Boffa Miskell to test the feasibility of reintroducing giant kōkopu to Nukumea Stream, north of Auckland. -
Restoring Kōaro in the Rotorua lakes
Research ProjectThe kōaro was once abundant in the Te Arawa lakes near Rotorua in New Zealand’s North Island. NIWA has assessed the viability of restoring this species in the region.