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WELCOME TO THE WORLD: The first of two kakapo chicks to be born on Whenua Hou (Codfish Island) this year. One of the world's most endangered bird populations is on its way to reaching triple figures after the successful hatching of two chicks this week.
The latest additions born on the pest-free reserve Whenua Hou (Codfish Island) near Stewart Island bring the small population of kakapo to 93 and climbing.
More are expected to hatch in the coming weeks.
As well as the 25 confirmed fertile eggs yet to hatch, there are another eight still to be checked and seven more females ready to nest.
Kakapo recovery team leader Deidre Vercoe said the latest additions could be the descendants of Richard Henry, the only surviving kakapo from Fiordland.
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