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Introduced species have their pros and cons. While some can help provide or maintain habitats, encourage pollination, or support new growth, others can become invasive and overwhelm native ecosystems. Can the usefulness outweigh the risk? Find out more about the role introduced species can play in ecological compensation in our most recent blog

At the same time, when introduced species begin threatening native biodiversity, targeted and humane pest management tools like the BT200 and BT250 range can help protect vulnerable taonga species and restore balance to our ecosystems.

During and following the construction of the Mt Messenger Bypass, Waka Kotahi/NZTA made prolific use of pest control as their primary method of counteracting the damage the road caused to the surrounding nature.

As pests can cause more damage to an ecosystem that is already under pressure, this was fundamental in ensuring those 560 hectares of the Taranaki continued functioning.

One of the main goals of Ecological Compensation is to increase diversity, which helps ecosystems have higher resilience to change - they can keep functioning through different circumstances.

There are many techniques used to counteract the negative impacts of human involvement that can't be avoided or minimised from the start: restorative planting to mitigate loss of habitats or specific species, pest control to prevent further loss, as well as habitat creation and protection. Discover the tools and tactics that are used to protect the balance of our ecosystems.

The more humanity spreads, the more we encroach into nature.

Ecological Compensation is one of the methods used to counteract the damage of our expansion and increase biodiversity in the impacted areas.

Find out more about what this means - and how you can participate - in our latest blog

Want to play a game of what's-that-animal?

Our wildlife and pest monitoring tools are a great way of identifying what animals are around - whether they're native species you want to protect, or the pests you're protecting them from.

Not only is this an intriguing experiment, it also helps streamline your pest control efforts.

Rather than wasting time and money trying to control the wrong kind of pest, find out what you're looking for first with our handy tools.

Amazing progress being made 😁

Good news for kiwi and other vulnerable wildlife! New field trials of a stoat-targeting sausage bait have delivered impressive results, offering a promising new tool to protect kiwi and other native wildlife.

Developed in partnership with Connovation, the ready-made bait contains PAPP—a toxin that stoats are particularly susceptible to.

Stoats are one of the biggest threats to New Zealand’s native species, responsible for major declines in kiwi populations on the mainland.

Stoat detection was reduced by more than 95 per cent in the treatment areas following the hand-laid bait application and no stoats were detected in the treatment areas after the two aerial trials.

This breakthrough supports the ambitious Predator Free 2050 goal, bringing us one step closer to safeguarding our unique wildlife for future generations.

Learn more: https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/media-releases/2026-media-releases/new-stoat-sausage-bait-trial-results-impressive/

Outdoor Classroom Day was a good reminder to all of us that spending time in nature is an important part of being human.

Whether you've got ten minutes or a couple of hours, every little bit counts. From getting your hands dirty in the garden to identifying what native species and pest animals are in your area, there's something for everyone!

Happy Outdoor Classroom Day! 🌿

Last week on 21 May, schools all over the world participated in getting outside and learning about nature. We loved seeing so many people connecting with the environment and inspiring the next generation of kaitiaki.

Let us know what you did to get involved!

Outdoor Classroom Day!!! - 21st May 2026

Did you know that spending time in nature can improve your hauora?

Mental and physical wellbeing, as well as mood, are linked to being outside enough.

Outdoor Classroom Day is an initiative across the globe to help children get that necessary fresh air and Vitamin D - and engage with their learning through nature.

Our latest blog goes into why this is important and how it's relevant to all of us

What role can pest control play in protecting our native wildlife?

Pest control, trapping, and tracking are some of the most effective ways to reduce the impact of invasive predators and give our native species the chance to thrive.

In Aotearoa, many of our taonga species evolved without mammalian predators - which means even small improvements in predator control can have a big impact.

Done well, pest control isn’t just about removal.

It’s about restoring balance, supporting biodiversity, and creating safer environments for our wildlife to recover and grow.
That’s where the right tools - and the right approach - make all the difference.

With Connovation’s range of innovative, science-led solutions, it’s easier to carry out targeted, effective, and more humane pest control.

Whether you’re managing a backyard, a farm, or a large-scale conservation project, there’s a tool designed to support better outcomes.