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Mahinga kai - what species interests you?
In Kaitiaki Tools the term mahinga kai generally refers to indigenous freshwater species that have traditionally been used as food, tools, or other resources. -
Urbanisation activities
Urbanisation has changed the face of many waterways that flow through urban areas -
Sediment and agriculture
How may agricultural activities increase sediments in waterways? -
Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment (CCVA)
ServiceTo prepare for changes in climate, our freshwater and oceans decision-makers need information on species vulnerability to climate change. -
Water take
Water take (also known as water abstraction) has a range of valuable public and private uses. -
Restoration and enhancement of piharau / kanakana / lamprey
Research ProjectNIWA is leading a new six-year research project that seeks to increase our understanding of piharau/kanakana/lamprey, using Mātauranga Māori, social science and biophysical science approaches. -
Submerged plants as bio-indicators
Submerged plants have a number of advantages that favour their use as indicators of lake ecological condition. -
Sediment and forestry
How may forestry activities increase sediments in waterways? -
Shortjaw kōkopu
Has a receding lower jaw and black spots behind the head.