One trap at a time: saving the Port Hills

May 18, 2026, 10:30 AM Environment

A growing community trapping initiative across Christchurch’s Port Hills is helping reduce predator numbers to protect native wildlife and restore the region’s biodiversity.

DSCF6765 — *The White-faced Heron (Ardea novaehollandiae)* *Rebecca King/NZBS*

DSCF7892 — *The Tomtit, known as miromiro (North Island) and ngirungiru (South Island).* *Rebecca King/NZBS*

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