On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become Earth Sciences New Zealand.

Invasive species

NIWA experts work with partners on the design and implementation of pest surveillance, including early detection and delimiting surveys for unwanted marine and freshwater organisms.

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    "Now or never": fight against invasive clam gets critical boost

    Media release
    19 September 2024
    NIWA has been awarded $10.2m to investigate an invasive clam that was only recently discovered in New Zealand waters.
    Invasive species