George knows everything there is to know about hooved creatures that walk on their toes—ungulates, for those in the know—and he’s a keen hunter as well as a technical advisor on the topic of wild animals. CW: Respectful and scientific discussion of huntin

Cassie Mealey rehabilitates rare and wild penguins in her backyard. Listen now!

Terry is an expert in all kinds of parrots, specifically kk and kkp. Hes spent a lot of time catching and monitoring birds, and he has field stories that are so incredible, youll think hes lying. At first, we thought he was lying.

Part 2 of our special with kkp scientist, Dr. Andrew Digby. We ask listeners questions, talk about wins and disappointments in kkp management, and learn new facts about this rare, unusual species.

Dr. Andrew Digby is a conservation biologist whose work focuses on researching and conserving endemic birds such as kkp. In this episode he discusses population management, weird behaviour and some of the big challenges kkp are facing.

To celebrate summer in Aotearoa, weve put together a supercut, packed to the brim with all the best bits from previous episodes.

Volcanologist Hollei Gabrielsen (Ngti Twharetoa, Ngti Whitikaupeka) on providing advice about volcanoes, particularly in Tongariro National Park; and how her whakapapa, heritage, informs her work. www.doc.govt.nz/podcast

Freshwater scientist Nixie Boddy on researching non-migratory galaxiids, native fish, and her adventures in the fieldsome of which involve costumes.

Kiwi expert Tim Raemaekers on the struggle that kiwi in Fiordland are facing and what impact 1080 has had in this area.Content warning: mention of gross stoat reproduction (not detailed) at 00:11:34

Kiwi expert and star of the Fiordland Kiwi Diaries, Tim Raemaekers, shares his incredible work stories about kkp, kiwi, and one very vampiric robin/toutouwai. Heads up, there's mention of blood (it's lowkey) at 9mins 44s.Show notes and transcript at