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Biodiversity, ecological sustainability and taking action for native birds and their environment.
Students become ornithologists for the day as they learn what they can do to improve the outlook for our native birds.
Through a series of 'who did it?' activities to identify birds and their threats, students learn about the impacts humans have on New Zealand's birdlife and how we can look after these marvellous manu.
Years 1-8
Science, living world
100 students
Auckland Botanical Gardens
All year. August and September are the best time to see native birds.
Half-day programme: $7 per student
Email: botanicgardens.schoolbookings@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Auckland Botanical Gardens
102 Hill Road
The Gardens
Directions: Show map