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As you’re probably aware, feral cats are a major and growing threat to our native wildlife (with approx. 2.5 million roaming NZ). The following talk made by the Conservation Amplified team and featuring John Bissell is an honest and compassionate conversation about the feral cat dilemma in Aotearoa.
The episode in the link below covers:
- The definition of feral cats vs. domestic pet cats
- Their impact on endangered species populations
- How trail camera footage reveals feral cats’ widespread presence
- Feline toxoplasmosis impacts on farming and marine mammals
- Respectful approaches to feral cat control where pet cats are present
- How human emotion shapes our approach to different predator species
- Tips for conservation groups on navigating this topic with respect
- The need for a national approach to cat management
Merry Xmas 2024
Here’s our latest newsletter, with best wishes from Jan! 🎄🎄🤶