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• Allan Wilson Centre for Molecular Ecology & Evolution
  Includes research and teaching resources for researchers in a variety of fields such as mathematical and computational biology, genetics, ecology and evolution. Includes information on their collaborative research programmes and genome service.
  
  
• Ant distribution data
  Searchable tool that contains distribution and collection records for all ant species in New Zealand (native and exotic), as well as global distribution for invasive ant species.
  
  
• ANZCCART : humane science
  The council provides a forum for effective communication between groups with concerns for the care and use of animals in research and teaching. Provides information and advice on optimal standards for the care and use of such animals.
  
  
• Aquatic biodiversity & biosecurity : a quarterly newsletter from the National Centre for Aquatic Biodiversity & Biosecurity / NIWA = Taihoro Nukurangi
  Aquatic Biodiversity & Biosecurity is published by NIWA's National Centre for Aquatic Biodiversity & Biosecurity. It addresses biodiversity and biosecurity issues and brings research results to resource management professionals. Full text of each issue is available in HTML and PDF format.
  
  
• Auckland Zoo : live everyday
  Information about the zoo; animals and projects.
  
  
• Australia & New Zealand Society for Animal Laboratory Science : ANZSLAS
  Information about the aims, work, history, and membership of the society, and upcoming events. Includes a register of laboratory animals.
  
  
• Australian Quaternary Association
  The official home of the Australian Quaternary Data Archive (AQUADATA) and the Australasian Quaternary Association's website 'Quaternary Australasia'. This site also contains the webpage for the Australian Quaternary Climates Database (QUATDB).
  
  
• Bason Botanic Gardens
  History, collection, location, architecture and garden features are detailed. Includes articles, news, photo gallery and information on the trust.
  
  
• Bio-Protection : bioprotection science for New Zealand
  The Centre's mission is to champion novel bioprotection technologies for New Zealand's plant-based primary industries through research and development, leading to enhanced national biosecurity, sustainable production systems, wealth-creating technology, protection of ecosystems. Site includes information about the Centre, latest news, reserach, and publications.
  
  
• Bioethics Centre, Dunedin School of Medicine, New Zealand
  The centre at the University of Otago was established in response to growing awareness of new ethical issues relating to law, medicine and technology. In addition to general information about the Centre and its staff, the web site provides information about papers in bioethics, and graduate study. Staff publications are listed.
  
  
• Biological Sciences, University of Canterbury
  "The School of Biological Sciences was formed in May 2003 by bringing together the Departments of Zoology and Plant & Microbial Sciences. Describes the scope of the School activities, courses and research, staff, publications and links to related facilities, such as the Mountain Biological Field Station at Cass.
  
  
• Biomathematics Research Centre
  The Biomathematics Research Centre was set up in 1996 to promote biomathematics and biostatistics within the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Canterbury. In addition to information about the Centre, the web site provides information on courses, events, and scholarships and fellowships. It also includes full text annual reports from 1998, and a list of publications.
  
  
• Bulletin
  The Bulletin, published by the Environmental Risk Management Authority (ERMA New Zealand), lists applications being processed and the Authority's decisions, as well as other activities under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Cawthron
  Describes the Cawthron Institute's research programme, which focuses on coastal and freshwater resources, sustainable business, aquaculture, biosecurity and biotechnology.
  
  
• CCAMLR
  Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources was set up as part of the Antarctic Treaty System to manage the marine resources in the Antarctic region. Site includes publications; conservation projects; news; and information about the scientific committees involved.
  
  
• Centre for Biodiversity & Ecology Research, The Department of Biological Sciences
  The centre at Waikato University. Staff; sudents and research; posters; scholarships. Some papers available online.
  
  
• Centre for Biodiversity & Restoration Ecology
  Focus is the biodiversity research applied to the need to identify and restore depleted populations, species and communities in ecosystems that have been impacted by human activity.
  
  
• Centre for Gene Research
  The Centre for Gene Research (CGR) was established in 1990 to act as a focus for people working in gene research by exchanging information on techniques, reagents and expertise. The CGR provides a DNA sequencing service to its members and to outside workers. The web site provides information about the history of the Centre, staff, committees, activities, services and research themes. It also includes an online newsletter, links to relevant sites and a database of members, which contains information on their research interests, their expertise and brief biographies.
  
  
• Centre of Excellence in Aquaculture and Marine Ecology (CEAME)
  Part of the School of Biological Sciences, University of Canterbury.
  
  
• Chemistry, University of Canterbury
  The Department of Chemistry in the Science Faculty at the University of Canterbury is responsible not only for teaching and research in chemistry, but also biochemistry, engineering chemistry and chemical process technology. Courses, timetables, online course work, past exam papers, staff, research, career information and high school information, alumni. There is a separate page for biochemistry, and additional links to special activities.
  
  
• Constructive Conversations = Korero Whakaaetanga
  Website of project funded by the New Zealand Foundation for Research, Science and Technology (FRST), and based at the Social Science Research Centre at the University of Canterbury that will explore the social, cultural, ethical and spiritual implications, of new health biotechnologies focussing initailly on genetic testing and the storage of genetic materials.
  
  
• Department of Biological Sciences
  Describes the scope of the department's activities, courses, research, staff, publications and includes links to related facilities.
  
  
• Ecological society newsletter
  Ecological Society Newsletter is published by New Zealand Ecological Society and contains information on the Society and articles on ecology and conservation. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• Entomological Society of New Zealand
  Entomology at both professional and amateur levels. Site includes information about the Society's publications, meetings, conferences and scholarships available to researchers. Online newsletter.
  
  
• Evolutionary bioinformatics online
  Open access research journal focusing on evolutionary bioinformatics that publishes papers on all aspects of computational evolutionary biology and evolutionary bioinformatics.
  
  
• Exploring the Kaimai Bush with Shirley Kerr
  Learn about some of the fungi, native flora and fauna of the Kaimai-Mamaku Forest Park, with particular emphasis on the area near Katikati. Photgraphs for identification, includes walks.
  
  
• Fisheries & aquaculture update / NIWA = Taihoro Nukurangi
  Fisheries & Aquaculture Update is published by NIWA's National Centre for Fisheries and Aquaculture to publicise and promote their research and development activities in fisheries and aquaculture. Issues are available in full text.
  
  
• Flora of New Zealand series
  Online access to 'Flora of New Zealand', a five volume series describing New Zealand's flora originally published 1961-2000.
  
  
• For high schools
  Biology resources for high school students, including NCEA Biology Level 3 topics, Biotech FAQs, and career information.
  
  
• Gannets at Muriwai / Paul Hafner
  Information on the Australasian gannet or takapu (Morus serrator) colony at Muriwai, Auckland. Includes a diary of observations, a history of the colony, some data about gannets, links to other web sites about gannets, tips for visitors to Muriwai Regional Park, and bibliographical references. Colour photographs are also by Paul Hafner.
  
  
• GE information bulletin : an independent digest of widely-sourced information relevant to the GE debate
  The GE Information Bulletin is a monthly digest of information on genetic engineering, compiled from international and New Zealand sources. The Bulletin is available on the website in HTML, MS Word and PDF formats, via email (registration required), or in print (subscription required).
  
  
• GE-Free New Zealand in food and environment (RAGE inc)
  Provides information about local, national and international developments concerning genetic engineering. Includes a database of foods showing their GE status, a newsletter and news items. Previously RAGE - Revolt Against Genetic Engineering.
  
  
• Geomarine Research
  Geomarine Research specialises in the study of modern foraminifera in the marine environment around New Zealand and the South-west Pacific, and the use of fossil foraminifera in environmental and geological research. Publications available online.
  
  
• Geospatial data integration portal : Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research databases
  Provides access to online information on nationally significant biological and resource collections and databases in New Zealand.
  
  
• Giant Experiment : the information resource for genetic engineering in New Zealand
  Concerned with keeping New Zealanders informed about developments in genetic engineering enable New Zealanders to participate in the GE debate. The site has news and articles about GE issues.
  
  
• Hidden forest
  Provides names and photographs of species of bryophytes, fungi, lichens, primitive plants and slime moulds.
  
  
• Human Genetics Society of Australasia
  The Human Genetics Society of Australasia provides a forum for discussion of research and practice in the area of genetics. It has links to special interest organisations and worldwide societies.
  
  
• Institute of Natural Resources
  The mission of the Massey University's Institute of Natural Resources (INR) is: To advance knowledge of biophysical systems and understanding of their management, to enable sustainable production and conservation of natural resources. The web site provides a profile of INR and information on staff, courses and research.
  
  
• Journal of New Zealand birds
  News and articles about birds and the environment, covers New Zealand and overseas.
  
  
• Kākāpō Recovery Programme
  Information about the Kākāpō and the conservation programme to save this endangered native bird species.
  
  
• Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter Underwater World
  About Kelly Tarlton Centre; underwater animals; education programs and resources available.
  
  
• Kiwi House and Native Bird Park, Otorohanga, New Zealand
  Describes the facilities and attractions of the park, including news about the birds and their breeding patterns. Some information about the Otorohanga Zoological Society and its activities.
  
  
• Kokako recovery
  Provides information about the native bird species the kakapo and the kokako recovery programme which involves two main partners - the Department of Conservation and the Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society. Includes 'North Island kokako recovery plan, 1999-2009' in full-text.
  
  
• Leigh Marine Laboratory
  Marine Science Teaching and Research Department of the University of Auckland. There are biology, chemistry, aquaculture, photography, microscopy and computing laboratories and access to a diverse range of marine habitats. Information about the laboratory, staff and students, marine science courses, research, weather and tides, Goat Island, marine reserves, and the research vessel Hawere.
  
  
• Marineland of New Zealand, Napier
  Marineland of NZ helps sick and injured animals brought by Dept. of Conservation and the public, some of which are incorporated into its shows or breeding programmes. The site includes information about the shows and animals.
  
  
• Maui's dolphin
  Information from the WWF New Zealand about the world's smallest and rarest dolphins, the critically endangered Maui's [previously Hector's] dolphins and their behaviour. The aim of the network is to involve the public in saving the Maui's dolphin, by providing information about the dolphins and their habits to researchers, and making them aware of how their actions can impact upon the population.
  
  
• Memory : mechanisms, processes & applications : research theme
  The site outlines the objectives and gives an overview of the research at Otago University. It lists recent publications and presentations. Members of the theme are listed and a brief annual report is included.
  
  
• MEPSA : Mutagenesis and Experimental Pathology Society of Australasia
  The Society, it's aims and history. Information on current conferences, registration, accomodation etc.
  
  
• Miranda Naturalists' Trust : Miranda Shorebird Centre
  Information and education centre located on the Firth of Thames, an area with coastal wetlands of international significance. Includes information about some of the common shorebird species found in the area and a list of recent sightings.
  
  
• Moa pages = Ngā whārangi moa / maintained by Mike
  New Zealand author writing from the United States has created an information page on moas which includes pictures and bibliographies as well as facts.
  
  
• Nathaniel Centre : the New Zealand Catholic Bioethics Centre
  Information about genetic engineering, euthanasia/assisted suicide, assisted reproduction, cloning, stem cells, surrogacy, xenotransplantation, embryo storage, embryo adoption, genetic testing, end-of-life issues, clinical ethics, palliative care and ethical principles. Includes the Nathaniel report.
  
  
• Nathaniel report : our approach to issues in bioethics / the Nathaniel Centre, the New Zealand Catholic bioethics centre
  The Nathaniel Report, published by the Nathaniel Centre (the New Zealand Catholic bioethics centre), contains articles and updates on a variety of bioethical and healthcare issues, especially those that are topical in New Zealand. The site provides contents pages of each issue, with full text of selected articles.
  
  
• National Centre for Aquatic Biodiversity & Biosecurity
  The NCABB was formed by NIWA to facilitate access to information on freshwater and marine biodiversity and biosecurity. Provides access to the New Zealand freshwater fish database, identification guides, habitat surveys and many other resources, including the NCABB newsletter, Aquatic biodiversity & biosecurity update.
  
  
• Native Freshwater Fish Society of New Zealand
  Provides information on the Native Freshwater Fish Society of New Zealand, its constitution and its journal Icthyofile.
  
  
• Natural Sciences Image Library
  NSIL is a photographic stock library of pictures and other images of New Zealand's natural sciences available to download for personal use or license for commercial applications.
  
  
• Natureandco.com in New Zealand
  The site is divided into six main sections: land & wildlife; travel & adventure; the NZ Nature Store; conservation; people of the land; and a news archive. There are also links to information on the weather, snow, tides, earthquakes and volcanic activity.
  
  
• New and genetically modified organisms
  Information about genetic modification and the law in New Zealand.
  
  
• New Zealand biotechnology learning hub
  Government initiative in collaboration with educators and the biotechnology sector. It features up-to-date examples of biotechnology in practice, along with supporting classroom resources.
  
  
• New Zealand birds = Ngā manu o Aotearoa
  Information and photographs of New Zealand birds and about birdwatching; Māori myths and lore. Full text of journal of New Zealand Birds.
  
  
• New Zealand Ecological Society (Inc.)
  NZES was formed to promote the study of ecology and the application of ecological knowledge in all aspects. The web site provides information about the Society, membership, meetings and awards and prizes.
  
  
• New Zealand entomologist
  The New Zealand Entomologist is the official publication of the Entomological Society of New Zealand. It is a refereed journal that publishes articles by New Zealand entomologists and papers that are of significance to New Zealand entomology in all its aspects, including arachnids and other terrestrial arthropods. Most published articles are the results of original research but review articles, short communications and book reviews are also included. Site provides contents pages of issues, and abstracts of articles.
  
  
• New Zealand falcon
  'Falcons for grapes' is a conservation programme for New Zealand falcons, which aims to establish breeding pairs in safe nest sites in vineyards, and reduce the damage done by pest birds.
  
  
• New Zealand Freshwater Sciences Society newsletter
  Newsletter of the freshwater workers in New Zealand. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• New Zealand Freshwater Sciences Society
  The web site provides information about the Society and its activities, and purchase details for publications. Online newsletter.
  
  
• New Zealand Herpetological Society : welcome to the NZHS website
  Website to promote awarenes of amphibians and reptiles and their conservation and to encourage the study of New Zealand species. Also gives information with reference to keeping and captive breeding programmes.
  
  
• New Zealand journal of botany
  New Zealand Journal of Botany publishes original research papers on all aspects of the botany, mycology, and phycology of the South Pacific, Australia, South America, and Antarctica. Subjects covered include biosystematics and biogeography, ecology, physiology and biochemistry, genetics and reproductive biology, structure and development, ethnobotany, palaeobotany, bryology, lichenology, mycology and plant pathology, and phycology. Contents pages and abstracts are available; some issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• New Zealand journal of ecology
  Peer-reviewed journal publishing ecological research relevant to New Zealand/Aotearoa and the South Pacific. All issues available in full-text.
  
  
• New Zealand journal of marine and freshwater research : international journal of aquatic science
  The journal publishes original research papers on all aspects of fisheries and aquatic science relevant to Australasia, the Pacific Ocean, and Antarctica. The scope includes genetics, limnology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, physiology, sedimentology, stream ecology, taxonomy, and water quality studies. Contents pages and abstracts are available; some issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• New Zealand journal of zoology
  The journal has a worldwide coverage, with emphasis on the Pacific Basin. Contents pages and abstracts are available; some issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• New Zealand Microbiological Society
  The aims of the New Zealand Microbiological Society are to foster and disseminate knowledge of microbiology in New Zealand. The site features: information, special interest groups, conference information, and links for related sites.
  
  
• New Zealand penguins
  Provides information on New Zealand species of penguin, including conservation, research, events, webcams and games.
  
  
• New Zealand plant protection
  New Zealand Plant Protection is the journal of the New Zealand Plant Protection Society. It contains original research papers on the biology of weeds, invertebrate and vertebrate pests, pathogens and beneficial organisms and on methods for modifying their effects. All papers published in the journal are presented at the Society's annual conference. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• New Zealand plants = New Zealand plants
  Database of information on plant faxa that occur in New Zealand.
  
  
• New Zealand Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology : SBMB New Zealand
  The NZSBMB site contains information about the organisation, including minutes of meetings, conference information and awards available, and an online version of the newsletter NZ Bioscience.
  
  
• New Zealand Society of Plant Physiologists
  The New Zealand Society of Plant Physiologists aims to promote the advancement of scientific research, teaching and interchange if information of plant physiology in New Zealand. The site has information on: members, conferences, AGMs, newsletter and links.
  
  
• New Zealand Whale and Dolphin Trust : a non-profit organisation dedicated to research and conservation
  Information about the trust, trustees, projects, research and colour photographs are included.
  
  
• Ngā Tipu Whakaoranga = People Plants Database
  Information on traditional uses of New Zealand native plants.
  
  
• Nga Manu Nature Reserve
  Describes the nature reserve at Waikanae with maps of the nature trails. Gives details of events and education programs along with research into various animal and plant species at the reserve. Also focuses on the Nga Manu Trust which is the administrative body.
  
  
• No Take Marine Reserves Waiho nga Kai a Tangaroa
  Focus is on New Zealand experiences in marine reserves, the practical lessons this has taught, and the scientific principles that have emerged.
  
  
• NORFANZ voyage, 10 May to 8 June 2003 : explore the lost worlds of the deep
  Joint Australian-New Zealand research voyage to explore deep sea habitats around seamounts and abyssal plains around Lord Howe and Norfolk Islands through to northern New Zealand. Contains voyage diary, participants and photo library. Participants: National Oceans Office, CSIRO Marine Research, New Zealand Ministry of Fisheries and NIWA.
  
  
• Notornis : bulletin of the Ornithological Society of New Zealand
  Notornis is the quarterly scientific journal of the Ornithological Society of New Zealand. It publishes original papers or short notes based on observations or studies of birds within New Zealand or the South Pacific. All issues available in full-text.
  
  
• NZFungi : New Zealand fungi
  Database of New Zealand species of fungi maintained by Landcare Research.
  
  
• Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
  Information about the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and blue penguins.
  
  
• Orana Wildlife Park, Christchurch New Zealand
  Information about the park; animals; projects and some virtual tours.
  
  
• Ornithological Society of New Zealand (Inc.)
  OSNZ has been a society devoted to the study of New Zealand birds since 1939. Site includes details of the Society's history, membership, projects and publications. The New Zealand Recognised Bird Names Database is also available for download.
  
  
• Physicians and Scientists for Responsible Genetics
  PSRG is affiliated to the international association Physicians and Scientists for the Responsible Application of Science and Technology, (PSRAST). Members believe that introducing GE into the food chain and the environment is premature. It supports organic, sustainable agriculture as the preferred path for New Zealand.
  
  
• Plant & Microbial Sciences, University of Canterbury
  Descriptions of courses at all levels, staff, current research, seminars and facilities. Links to websites in the subject areas algae, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology and wood science.
  
  
• Project Crimson
  Charitable trust that aims to protect New Zealand's endangered pohutukawa and rata trees. Information about Project Crimson and the pohutukawa and rata, New Zealand wide walks (Project Crimson trails), funded projects, and events, a bibliography on pohutukawa and rata, and online resources.
  
  
• Raptor Association of New Zealand
  RANZ site has information about New Zealand birds of prey: the Australasian harrier, the New Zealand falcon, and the morepork. Includes newsletter.
  
  
• Reintroduction Specialist Group Oceania Section
  Extensive information on the reintroduction of endangered species in New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific, including contact people, reintroduction projects, procedures and guidelines, and publications.
  
  
• Seaweed Association of New Zealand
  Provides information about SANZ; its objectives, members, events, and news. Also includes information about the uses of seaweed in New Zealand, regulation and environmental news, research reports, and seaweed recipes.
  
  
• Sensory Science Research Centre
  Centre at the University of Otago investigates those senses which are important in the perception of consumer products such as foods and personal care products. It provides training at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and short courses on sensory science for industry. The site lists the centre's objectives, and describes its research, teaching and consultancy services.
  
  
• Society for Research on Amphibians and Reptiles in New Zealand (Inc.)
  Expresses the objectives of SRARNZ to promote scientific study of amphibians and reptiles in the New Zealand region and the conservation of the indigenous herpetofauna. Provides membership details, bibliographies, news, species list and information (with illustrations) of the major indigenous species.
  
  
• Sustainability Council of New Zealand
  A charitable trust with no political affiliations. It is pro science, supports GM research but believes New Zealand's status as a GM free food producer needs to be preserved for at least the next five years. News and publications.
  
  
• Systematics Association of New Zealand
  Information about the SYSTANZ in relation to general biology, its activities and projects.
  
  
• Taranakiplants.net.nz
  Introduces the environment of the Taranaki Region and provides information on some of the common and important plants found in the Region. Site developed by the Taranaki Regional Council with a bequest from the former mayor of Stratford, Mr Percy Thomson.
  
  
• The Bioinformatics Institute, University of Auckland, New Zealand
  Has specialisations in evolutionary bioinformatics, genomics, microarray analysis, and population and conservation genetics. Information about research, workshops, seminars and courses, some publications available online.
  
  
• The New Zealand Plant Radiation Network
  The NZPRN provides information on research being carries out on species radiation in New Zealand (where genetically similar but morphologically different species arise from the same founding population). Gives access to information on conferences and symposia; research projects; and contacts for people working in this field.
  
  
• Toi te Taiao, The Bioethics Council
  Information about bioethics, the council and its work to enhance New Zealand's understanding of the cultural, ethical and spiritual aspects of biotechnology.
  
  
• Track Migrating Shorebirds : Pacific Shorebird Migration Program : tracking shorebirds around the globe
  Provides conservation and other information about Pacific shorebirds, and outlines the program tracking the migration patterns of the bar-tailed godwit, bristle-thighed curlew, and long-billed curlew. Viewers can follow the birds' progress using interactive maps.
  
  
• Treasures of the sea = Ngā taonga a tangaroa : a summary of biodiversity in the New Zealand marine ecoregion / Alison McDiarmid (editor)
  Reviews and summarises the major living species in New Zealand's marine environment.
  
  
• Tuatara : journal of the Biological Society
  Tuatara, published by the Biological Society, reported on important biological research. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• Tui time : a nature adventure with Tiaki tui = te haere maia o te ao tuturu ki a Tiaki tui
  Developed by the New Zealand Ecological Society, to encourage teachers to make greater use of ecological studies in their teaching to help students to learn about New Zealand's unique ecology. Includes interactive games and activities.
  
  
• Underwater digital photography : South Pacific
  Underwater photos from Niue, Fiji, Tonga, New Zealand, Vanuatu and Galpagos. Aims to provide a 'feel' for the places.
  
  
• Underwater Field Guide to Ross Island & McMurdo Sound, Antarctica
  This Underwater Field Guide to Ross Island & McMurdo Sound, Antarctica is intended to facilitate underwater or topside field identification from visual characters and is not a taxonomic key. Site contains numerous photographs of plant and animal life under the ice.
  
  
• University of Otago, Department of Anatomy & Structural Biology
  Official website of the department. Information on study and research, facilities and services, news and events, Job vacancies and postgraduate opportunities.
  
  
• Waikato Catchment Ecological Enhancement Trust : taking steps to improve our ecological heritage
  A charitable trust which gives financial assistance to organisations and groups which are undertaking projects focused on the sustainable management, restoration and enhancement of the ecological resources in the Lake Taupo and Waikato River catchments. The Site provides information and instructions for applicants.
  
  
• Wellington Beekeepers Association Inc. home page
  Has information about the club and its activities including newsletters; reports; stories and classified advertisements. Also has tips and advice and information about diseases and pests.
  
  
• Wellington dive guide
  Includes shipwrecks, marine artifacts, sea life and site details.
  
  
• Wellington Zoo
  Information about the zoo; animals; breeding; conservation projects; education programs and resources.
  
  
• Weta of New Zealand
  The morphology and description of the five main groups of wetas found in New Zealand together with a photo gallery.
  
  
• Whale Watch
  Information about Cetaceans (whales and dolphins), the history of whaling in Kaikoura and Whale Watch's Māori (Ngāi Tahu) heritage.
  
  
• Wingspan Birds of Prey Trust
  Wingspan has been established for the research, captive management, rehabilitation and public awareness of New Zealand birds of prey. Registered charitable trust, 1992. The patron is Geoff Moon.
  
  
• WSPA : World Society for the Protection of Animals
  The sites includes news items and information on WSPA campaigns, policies and history.
  
  
• Yellow-Eyed Penguin Trust
  The mission of the Yellow-eyed Penguin Trust is "To work towards an increase in the number of yellow-eyed penguins on a self-sustaining basis within their natural coastal ecosystem". The web site provides information about the Trust and its activities. A publications catalogue is available.