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Seeing what kinds of invertebrates live in the Utakura River

Iri, Kiri, Anahera and Aslan Wright-Stow seeing what kinds of invertebrates live in the Utakura River. Invertebrate communities are a very important part of the ecosystem and can help tell you how healthy your waterway is. Credit: Wakaiti Dalton