While more protection is needed, Forest & Bird is celebrating the passing of the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill as a hard-won milestone.
an early lead, the kārearea New Zealand falcon kept its talons firmly on the top spot and has snatched the crown in the 20th anniversary Bird of the Year competition.
The kārearea has kept its talons latched onto first place in the race to be crowned Bird of the Year 2025 – however the battle behind it is heating up.
As part of its 20th anniversary celebration of Bird of the Year, Forest & Bird is excited to announce a new musical partnership to celebrate its annual avian election.
Bird of the Year special. Here's introducing you to an adorable manu who is sure to steal your hearts and make you join the #WryForce. The Wrybill - Forest & Bird Youth Creature Feature, September 2025.
It's Bird of the Year 2025 and our Youth Hubs across the country are in a fierce race to lobby for their favourite birds. Youth Editor Jasmine Starr profiles each of their contenders for you...which one will you pick?
First there was Wordle. Now there is Birdle NZ – a new version of the daily guessing game released by Forest & Bird as it celebrates two decades of the Bird of the Year.
