An unusually large flock of young kea visiting Aoraki Mount Cook National Park has become part of a trial to track the movements of this far-flying parrot.

The Government is providing $90,000 from the Community Conservation Partnership Fund to support the Kea Conservation Trust, Conservation Minister Dr Nick Smith announced today. “The kea is the only ...

Few people outside of New Zealand are aware of the existence of the kea – a species of alpine parrots that are even more endangered than kiwis. These inquisitive birds usually nest in cavities in the ...

The young male kea spent five months recovering after a “complex” course of treatment, experts said. Photo by Amos Haring via Unsplash A kea was released back into the wild after a 5-month recovery ...

The kea, New Zealand's unique alpine parrot, thrives in harsh mountain environments, showcasing remarkable intelligence and adaptability. Facing threats from habitat loss and introduced predators, ...

Fears are growing for the future of the kea, the world's only alpine parrot, as predators take a toll on the species. Photo: Stuff Six kea have died following an aerial 1080 predator control operation ...

A couple of regular visitors to The Remarkables ski area have been tagged and blood-tested as part of an effort to boost their numbers. Kea Conservation Trust field researcher Corey Mosen, assisted by ...

A kea was released back into the wild after a 5-month recovery from a gunshot wound, New Zealand wildlife officials said. The young male parrot was found in February in Golden Bay’s Ligar Bay with a ...