A buff weka, an endangered species in New Zealand, on the island of Mou Waho on Lake wanaka, Otago, New Zealand.

A buff weka, an endangered species in New Zealand, on the island of Mou Waho on Lake wanaka, Otago, New Zealand. Stock Photo
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Brian Hartshorn / Alamy Stock Photo

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T1NP1C

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34.9 MB (1.8 MB Compressed download)

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4288 x 2848 px | 36.3 x 24.1 cm | 14.3 x 9.5 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

13 February 2019

Location:

Muo Waho Lake wanaka Otago South Island New Zealand

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A buff weka, an endangered species in New Zealand, on the island of Mou Waho on Lake wanaka, Otago, New Zealand. The island has been part of a conservation project to re-establish native species. The first and continuing task was to eliminate all predatory non-native species such a ferrets, possums, rats and weasels. the buff weka, being flighless and a ground nester was especially vulnerable to attack. Wanaka Eco Tours have worked closely with DOC in conservation work and encouraging responsible tourism to the island.