Little battler winging it

FLIGHT PLAN: This kaka chick is at risk of predators. image by Kevin StentWithout security of Wellington's Zealandia wildlife sanctuary, this fledgling kaka chick is enduring a tough start to life.

The male chick, born just before Christmas, was the first to be bred successfully in the wild after the species became extinct around the capital in the early 20th century.

His nest was discovered at the edge of Prince of Wales Park in the Wellington town belt, and has been closely monitored by Zealandia conservation officer Matu Booth, who runs a native forest restoration programme.

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Nesting kaka spotted in central Wellington

The New Zealand kaka now breed in the City of Wellington. Image by Phillip CapperA Wellington conservationist had a lovely pre-Christmas surprise in the town belt - nesting kaka in an old tree.

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400th kaka tagged at Zealandia

MEASURING UP: It is understood there are now 200 to 250 kaka in the Zealandia sanctuary.Wellington's Zealandia has tagged its 400th kaka since the native parrot was introduced to the sanctuary in 2002.

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Kaka rescued from busy city street

FEATHERED FRIEND: Gracie Greenough, 9, and her father Keith meet one of Auckland Zoo’s kaka.When Gracie Greenough and her dad Keith spotted an injured bird on Queen St, they had to stop and help.

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Kaka return: Early bird beats scheduled release

FIRST OF MANY: The sudden appearance of this kaka in Eltham comes while plans are being made to reintroduce the species to Taranaki.The surprise arrival of a kaka in Eltham has preceded plans to have the species flourish in Taranaki once again.

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