As wildlife rehabilitators, we often see the downstream effects of well-intentioned but nutritionally inadequate supplemental feeding. One of the most preventable yet devastating conditions we encounter is Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)—a painful disorder that leaves birds with weakened bones, deformities, and compromised recovery potential. Understanding MBD in Your Patients MBD results from dietary imbalances, particularly inadequate calcium, excessive phosphorus, and insuffi

Recently, WReNNZ held their first 'Supporting Our Backyard Birds' series! Members can now access the comprehensive European Goldfinch species notes through the members portal - and this first unit is available to all WReNNZ members. What's Inside? These detailed species notes are designed to support rehabilitators at every experience level, ensuring we provide the very best care for these charming garden visitors. The European Goldfinch unit covers: Nutrition & Diet:  Learn a

Marleen Verhoeven, a clinical psychologist who also dedicates her evenings to rescuing birds at Hunua Bird Life in South Auckland,...

Morepork Introduction Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of wild birds? You're not alone. Countless people around...

This blog/ case study summarises key themes and important information regarding two cases of fatal ventricular worm infestation in...

The inaugural Oceania Seabird Symposium  was held at the University of Auckland in April 2025. Representatives from this critically...

Incident Overview One morning, a kereru (New Zealand wood pigeon) was struck by a car just outside our home. A kind passerby quickly...

Photo Credit Mandy Robertson Rhododendrons, with their vibrant and showy flowers, are a common sight in many gardens and landscapes....

Photo Credit Kim Free Photography The following blog highlights the concerning decline of at-risk red-billed gulls/tarapungā, a protected...

Photo Credit Annemieke Kregting This case study examines the unfortunate case of Quasimodo, a kereru brought to the Kuaotunu Bird Rescue...

Most kiwi chicks that go through Operation Nest Egg are given a special code and a name. All chicks are microchipped. The first part of...

I thought I would delve into an area of bird biology that has interested me for a long time - Parasitology.  Many years ago, I did my...

At most sites, little penguins/kororā are in trouble and require increased efforts to facilitate reproductive success and long-term...

Our fieldwork is with wild penguins. Most of them have been in care during their lives, but in the field, they remain wild. Some of them...

Not quite Goldilocks and the Three Bears, but almost. Rearing kiwi chicks in a creche is trialling, at times exhausting, and sometimes...

Photo Supplied by Rosalie Goldsworthy - Penguin Rescue In November of 2023, I was lucky enough to spend one week in Moeraki, North Otago,...

Tackling Time, Tasks and To-Do Lists As a non-profit manager in an organisation, you are likely to wear multiple hats and juggle...

Photo Credit Mandy Robertson - Silvereye Nestlings Welcome to Avian Poopology 101! This blog gives a brief overview to help get you...

Photo credit Mandy Robertson - White-faced Storm Petrel Summer is in full swing around New Zealand, and the beaches are welcoming...

The harrier was just quiet, not putting up any resistance, and thankfully, did not hurt the person who found it by the roadside. They...