
How YOU can help biodiversity in your own backyard
You can experience biodiversity in your own backyard by creating a welcoming environment for wildlife.
Attract native birds
The Department of Conservation provides tips on the right trees to plant to attract native birds to your
garden.
Create a backyard park
Auckland Regional Council has fact sheets on how you can create a living park in your own backyard.
Make a native habitat
Forest and Bird provides practical guides on you how you can make your
backyard a native habitat.
Protect wildlife from pets
Many kiwi and other native birds are killed each year by dogs and cats.
You can help protect native wildlife by looking after your pets.