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Wild Sounds: Kākāpō Files II

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The Kākāpō Files podcast is back with what’s set to be the biggest breeding season of all time for the world’s favourite parrot.

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It’s nearly the New Year and we’re counting down to the start of a big kākāpō breeding season. Island ranger Maddy Whittaker tells Alison Ballance that Pearl and Boss are the first kākāpō to mate. Deidre Vercoe, operations manager for the Kākāpō Team... more

It’s the summer solstice and we are waiting for kākāpō breeding to begin. Alison Ballance chats with island ranger Maddy Whittaker, who reports that on Whenua Hou/Codfish Island all the male kākāpō are in full voice, booming all night to attract the ... more

The Kākāpō Files returns for a second season, to follow everyone’s favourite parrot through what is predicted to be the biggest breeding season on record. In episode 1, host Alison Ballance and Our Changing World’s Claire Concannon chat about what ex... more

In 2019 Alison Ballance followed the bumpy, rollercoaster ride that was the kākāpō breeding season. Now she returns, six years on, to do it all over again. We'll meet familiar characters, of both the human and bird kind, as well as new faces. Will th... more

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Rod Oram
Business journalist
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Kiri Allen
Minister of Conservation
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Devon Maclean
Environmental director of NEXT Foundation
NEXT Foundation
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Abby Reynolds
CEO of Predator Free 2050 Limited
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Graham Atkins
Biodiversity ranger for the Department of Conservation with 25 years of experience.
Department of Conservation
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Yarn Hania
Environmental director for the NEXT Foundation and advocate for Predator Free initiatives.
NEXT Foundation
Episode: Fight for the Wild 03 | Predator-Free 2050 & Māori
Rhonda Maxine-Tibble
Educator, healer, and tikanga expert, affiliated with Ngāti Porou.
Ngāti Porou
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Melanie Mark-Shadbolt
Director Māori of New Zealand's Biological Heritage National Science Challenge.
Biological Heritage National Science Challenge
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Tina Ngata
Social and environmental researcher and advocate from Ngāti Porou.
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Alison Ballance
Host focusing on conservation topics and personal narratives from the field, providing insights into ecological research and the experiences of conservation efforts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • ASMR Excellence

    I love everything about this show. Every season is perfect. Honestly

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oldjohnhall
    United States2 months ago
  • Kindred Podcast

    Lovely podcast. A calm, quiet meditation on aspects of the Natural world. Mostly quiet 😉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    otisandroo
    United States5 months ago
  • Blew my expectations

    Like most people I can appreciate the hard work that conservationist do to keep out wild planet safe for future generations. I was looking for a short podcast for the holiday weekend while my regular scheduled podcast programs come back on Monday. I have to say this was beautiful put together. If you close your eyes you instantly transported to New Zealand with the team of conservationist and the Kākāpō’s they are trying to conserve. I never thought I’d be so into a NatGeo type program with no v... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Echo 2 Golf
    United States6 months ago
  • Love it!

    Great info, with history and explanation about ice sheet and sea ice in an easy way… and yes, I did get a tab with Antartica map open! 🤩

    Can’t wait to the next one! 🇦🇶

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THETRUERIVEW
    New Zealand10 months ago

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Overall, feedback suggests a strong engagement with the hosts and guests, who effectively communicate deep insights into environmental challenges.
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Kākāpō Files II 03 | Kākāpō Countdown
Q: Why is their microbiome so dull?
The microbiome of kākāpō is very low diversity, mostly consisting of strains of E coli, which is unusual given their varied diet.
Kākāpō Files II 01 | The Birds are Back
Q: How many female kākāpō are there now?
There are 84 adult female kākāpō of breeding age as we approach a significant breeding season.
Kākāpō Files II 01 | The Birds are Back
Q: What is a Kākāpō?
The Kākāpō is the world's largest parrot, flightless, and a vegetarian eating berries and leaves.
Voices from Antarctica 08 | Under the ice
Q: What are the implications of reduced sea ice for Antarctic ecosystems?
Reduced sea ice may lead to a decline in krill populations, adversely affecting higher trophic organisms such as penguins and whales.
Voices from Antarctica 08 | Under the ice
Q: What does the ice core measurement tell us?
The ice core reveals temperature profiles and salinity levels, which are critical for understanding the environment beneath the ice.

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This podcast focuses on the critical conservation efforts and ongoing research related to the Kākāpō, a critically endangered parrot species native to New Zealand. Given the impending unprecedented breeding season, episodes cover topics ranging from past breeding successes and failures to the ecological implications and cultural significance of conservation efforts. It highlights the interactions between environment, wildlife, and community, emphasizing the urgent need for effective strategies to prevent species extinction and promote biodiversity. Unique to this podcast is its ability to vividly transport listeners to the remote landscapes of New Zealand while exploring broader environmental themes, making it an engaging resource for natur... more

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