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NZ Deerstalkers’ Association appalled at bird deaths
New Zealand Deerstalkers’ Association appalled at bird deaths
The National President of the New Zealand Deerstalkers’ Association (NZDA) is “appalled” that four protected takahe were shot on an organised cull targeting pukekos.
President Bill O’Leary accepts that a Department of Conservation investigation will determine that the birds were killed by a member or members of the association.
“I share with the department a concern that the deaths will affect efforts to save an endangered species.
"I apologise to the department and to the country at large.
"The NZDA is committed to working with the department to protect endangered species and back country assets. I trust that this tragic incident will not harm the generally positive relationship we have with the Department of Conservation," said Mr O’Leary.
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