In a small rowing boat with his dog, Lassie, at his side, Richard Henry was on a mission. Between 1896 and 1900, Henry single-handedly ferried more than 500 kākāpō to safety, away from destructive predators on the mainland. Henry led a troubled life consumed by depression, suicide attempts, and loneliness, but he never stopped helping the threatened species. SUPPLIED Department of Conservation threatened species ambassador, Nicola Toki with the remains of one of Henry's pens on Pigeon Island. JOSEPH JOHNSON/STUFF Department of Conservation threatened species ambassador, Nicola Toki, says Richard Henry should be revered.

Source: Stuff November 11, 2019 16:01 UTC