YET IT CONTINUES!
Probably of all the countries in the world, Australia and New Zealand have suffered most by the introduction of exotic species of birds and mammals, and the report of the Dominion Secretary from New Zealand vividly portrays the disastrous results which have come to that country from the introduction of deer, which have increased to such an extent as to actually threaten a progressive defoliation of the island. An intensive campaign of wholesale destruction has therefore been carried on, and bounties have been paid on 100,000 tails. Government experts also have rounded up and exterminated entire herds. These actions are said to make a considerable difference in favour of the forests and of bird-life. As we reflect upon the many perplexing problems confronting our conservation friends in the antipodes, who are interested in the cause of wild-life preservation, we are moved to extend to them a cordial expression of sympathy and understanding.— “Bird Lore.”
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Forest and Bird, Issue 28, 1 October 1932, Page 16
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157YET IT CONTINUES! Forest and Bird, Issue 28, 1 October 1932, Page 16
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