With the kakapo breeding season now in full flight, the Department of Conservation is looking ahead to do more research into improving breeding success.
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It is appropriate now to set in place new directions and goals for the next decade (2006-2016). The review team's report, due in June this year, will serve as a basis for the new plan.
Among new areas of kakapo research are work on improving genetic diversity within the 83-strong kakapo population and the relationship between rimu fruiting and triggering of breeding behaviour.
Thursday, March 03, 2005
KAKAPO PARROTS - Breeding Season Update
Scoop has this update on the current breeding season, which we've covered in a few recent posts. The article describes the team's hopes and plans for the future...
