About 64 breeding whio have been found during surveying of a security site for the blue ducks. Photo: Getty ImagesA nationally vulnerable duck species is making a comeback following a programme to curb predators in Fiordland. About 64 breeding whio have been found during surveying of a security site for the blue ducks. Department of Conservation Senior Ranger Andrew Smart said extended trapping efforts and predator control enabled the whio to make a strong comeback. The target of 50 breeding pairs is set for each security site through the Whio Recovery Plan," Mr Smart said.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 18, 2019 05:03 UTC