New ZealandDNA focus of dolphin countScientists will use DNA profiling for the first time to count the critically endangered Maui dolphins.25 Aug 06:05 PM
WorldDisappearing wild goats trouble scientistsConservationists are mystified by a sharp decline in numbers of the alpine animal called the ibex.18 Aug 05:30 PM
Opinion<i>Bridget Vercoe:</i> Elephant-herd idea cruel plan to make moneyBridget Vercoe writes that Auckland Zoo's scheme is ill-conceived and unnecessary.18 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandOur taonga beneath the seaThe good news from the first Census of Marine Life is: New Zealand's waters are indeed teeming with wondrous creatures and plants.06 Aug 05:30 PM
KahuWhale-rider link stops orca autopsyAn orca that washed up dead near Whakatane has been buried in a nearby Maori cemetery despite researchers wanting to perform an autopsy.02 Jun 04:00 PM
EconomyPM announces $225m funding boost for scienceJohn Key says research, science and technology will get the biggest boost after health and education in next week's Budget.10 May 11:59 PM
New ZealandRabbit virus could help cancer sufferers - researchersA new vaccine therapy, derived from rabbit calicivirus disease (RCD), could offer hope for colorectal cancer sufferers, researchers say.04 May 10:17 PM
New ZealandShark's deep sea dive hits new levelA NZ great white shark is believed to have set a world record for deep-sea diving, plunging to 1.2km below the surface on his way to Brisbane.31 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandWhat's the difference? The orca knowsIt was a question many Herald readers wanted answered - what the heck is a pseudorca?26 Mar 03:00 PM
