Learning to love the whio
Despite sharing the $10 note with the illustrious Kate Sheppard, few people recognise this unique duck as one of our own. Endemic to New Zealand, the whio is one of only four duck species in the world that live in fast-flowing water.
All new Bonanza Bars now in stock
Literally a bonanza of goodness, Bonanza Bars are handmade right here in Oamaru, New Zealand. Available now!
Good for the goose?
After all, how many sayings that reference birds have derogatory implications? No more we say!
Ghost hunters unite!
Larger than a tūi, smaller than a kereru, the bird is equally unforgettable when spotted. Look for blue-grey feathers, a black facial mask and vibrant orange wattle. But it won’t be easy: the kōkako’s very fitting pseudonym is the ‘grey ghost’.
Beloved Birds
After all the celebrity-making antics of the recent Bird Of The Year competition we started thinking back over other birds that have hogged the spotlight over the years. Here are our favourite five…
Eagle vs drone
In Holland Dutch police are testing the use of eagles to disable illegally operated drones. Their work is in partnership with a company called ‘Guard From Above’.
On the airwaves
For bird-based music we have to nominate folk singer Andrew Bird too, and the 20 short seconds of haunting bird song from Ouo are certainly memorable.
A new hub for Topflite
Sometimes it’s simply time to stretch your wings and leave the nest.
It’s been a hectic few weeks down at Topflite base but the bulk of our move to a new warehouse space in Oamaru has now been successfully navigated.