Royal Cam star Tiaki leaves the nest as bumper albatross breeding season wraps up
Otago Peninsula’s famous albatross chick has taken to the skies, but a satellite tracker will allow fans of her livestream to keep following her journey.
Tiaki was born at Pukekura/Taiaroa Head on January 24 and is among up to 30 new chicks ready to leave their nests.
The chicks have grown steadily since hatching in January and February and the first to fledge took flight on September 6. Tiaki fledged on Saturday morning, and the Department of Conservation (DOC) expects all the chicks will have fledged by early next month.
Tiaki was this season’s Royal Cam star, with more than 2.3 million people tuning in for about 400,000 hours since December 1.
Those who watched Tiaki grow on the livestream can continue to follow her journey using a satellite tracker that will show where the albatrosses go in their early years. Continue reading here.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
-
28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
-
19.6% Small fireworks displays in each community
-
8% Keep it as is
-
32.9% We shouldn't celebrate it!
-
10.4% Anything but fireworks
-
0.4% Other - I'll share below
Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!
What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?
Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.
Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
Loading…
