New ZealandLeaked memo shows Woolworths' plans to combat pestsThe document comes after rodents were found at two Woolworths stores in recent weeks.15 Feb 04:38 AM
New ZealandDad's growling stomach gets in the way of tiger cub gender revealThe gender of two Sumatran tiger cubs born at Hamilton Zoo have been revealed.26 Jan 01:18 AM
New ZealandTiger father forgets to reveal baby genderHamilton Zoo's father tiger, Scout, was almost ready to reveal the gender of his two babies himself, but instead found more pleasure in eating the meat inside the box. Video / Malisha Kumar Watch25 Jan 11:30 PM
New ZealandBooming sea lion population has surfers, golfers, motorists on high alertPregnant sea lions are moving further inland than usual to give birth.18 Jan 11:06 PM
New ZealandWatch: Large crowd 'freaking out' over orca pod surfacing at Northland beachAbout 1000 holiday makers were in awe as the pod hunted stingray metres from the beach.01 Jan 07:34 AM
New ZealandWho's a pretty boy then? Kiwi scientist shocked by bi-gender birdThe rare split-gendered bird was spotted in Colombia.13 Dec 10:00 PM
LifestyleFirst chick born at new National Kiwi HatcheryTe Ngākau safely hatched overnight in the new Rotorua facility.11 Dec 02:47 AM
WorldExploding population of feral 'super pigs' in Canada threaten US invasionThe feral swine have been labelled an 'ecological train wreck'.22 Nov 08:36 PM
LifestyleJohn Oliver slams ‘rat carrying a toothpick’ kiwi in Bird of the Century campaignHe ripped into some of Aotearoa's most beloved birds after campaigning for the pūteketeke.13 Nov 08:38 PM
LifestyleThe inside story of John Oliver's Bird of the Century campaignEverything you need to know about New Zealand's battle of the birds.10 Nov 05:03 AM
LifestyleBird of the Century winner announcement delayed after unprecedented voting volumeJohn Oliver's public support of the pūteketeke causes a flap in the campaign.09 Nov 10:04 PM
VideoLuxury South African safariWhat it's like on a luxury South African safari at Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve. Video / Aja LethabyWatch16 Oct 06:30 PM
TravelAlien-like golden crab wins Wildlife Photographer of the YearCelebrating the diversity of life on Earth, the winning shot is out of this world.12 Oct 02:57 AM
TravelWhale tales, eagles and bears: A voyage of discovery to Alaska’s wild heartA cruise is the best way to see Alaska’s magnificent fjords, forests and fauna.02 Oct 09:29 PM
TravelHanging out in Borneo: Where to meet the ginger localsDiscover the animal kingdom's best-kept secrets.30 Sep 11:30 PM
WorldWatch: US police struggle to capture lemur on the looseBodycam video shows the two officers’ attempts to nab the speedy little primate.14 Sep 11:13 PM
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: Mangawhai bridge, Lotto win, noise annoys and cat controlNews snippets from Northland and the surrounds.20 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelBear runs amok on Iraqi Airways flight in DubaiAn airline issued an apology this weekend after a live bear broke at Dubai airport.06 Aug 10:08 PM
New ZealandDeadly outbreak of botulism kills thousands of birds, immediate action called forThe outbreak in a Waikato wetland has claimed rare indigenous birds and many more.18 Mar 10:29 PM
TravelNew Caledonia fatal shark attacks: How safe are the beaches of Noumea?Three shark attacks, one-fatal, have been recorded on a Noumea beach in as many weeks.22 Feb 03:01 AM
New ZealandFocus: Why are there so many snakes in NZExpert Richard Gibson explains why so many snakes have been slithering onto our shores. Video / NZ HeraldWatch20 Jan 01:14 AM
New ZealandRare, royal visit as king penguin goes walkabout in SouthlandIt's strictly formal attire for this big bird's day at the beach.16 Nov 06:14 PM
TravelWild things: Comedy Wildlife Photography finalists revealedLike a David Attenborough blooper reel, this is nature at its most awkward.20 Oct 05:01 AM
CrimeStarving animals suffer for months on Tangowahine farmA Dargaville lifestyle farmer has been fined for failing to care for several animals.08 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSculpture honours birdman Robert WebbBronze public sculpture of birdman Robert Webb pitched by Northland artists Dell Pryor and Susan Dinkelacker. Video / Supplied Watch08 Aug 11:54 PM
New ZealandDunedin vet calls for cat controlsA Dunedin veterinarian says introducing cat controls is about the welfare of the animals, not killing them. Video / ODTWatch04 Aug 01:23 AM
TravelTerrified woman finds 18 horrific creatures in suitcase after trip to CroatiaA mother and 17 babies were found when the woman unpacked her luggage.31 Jul 11:30 PM
LifestyleMan survives being 'chewed up and spat out' in horrific shark attackThe great white shark attack had the man one millimetre from death.15 Jul 06:23 PM
TravelNordic islands curb whale cull after outcry against traditionThe Faroes are like Iceland's better-looking, little brother - but with a dark secret.10 Jul 10:17 PM
TravelRussian photographer captures the world's smallest seal in the world's largest lakeExquisite photos get up close with the adorable creatures.03 Jun 02:32 AM
LifestyleLion sanctuary gets tourists up close to big catsLion sanctuary puts tourists in cage so they can get up close with big cats. Video / Dustin Campbell / Compass Media / T&T / APWatch25 May 07:48 PM
TravelBear cheek: Three given prison time for reckless park selfieThe incident was described as 'drunken capering' and a 'slap in the face'.19 May 09:33 PM
TravelKākāpō stars in game to save 'weird' endangered speciesNew Zealand's bird has been given star treatment.19 May 02:15 AM
New ZealandThe kiwi: what do we know about our national bird?How much do we know about our national bird? Frank Film looks at what makes the kiwi so special, and so worth protecting. Video / Frank FilmWatch24 Apr 05:00 PM
