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Amber gives glimpse into life 50m years ago
A real-life find by scientists reads like something out of Jurassic Park, Michael Crichton's famous novel.
Book Review: <i>Ape House</i>
Bonobos. They share 98.7 per cent of our DNA. They're slimmer and lankier than chimpanzees. They can be taught to use sign language. They're vocal, sociable, and "extremely amorous". They even (ahem) use the missionary position.
Marine noise 'worth inquiry'
The possible connection between undersea noise and mass whale strandings in New Zealand deserves more attention, say marine scientists.
Auckland Island: Where Rambo rules
Watch out for the sea lions when you're on the Auckland Islands, warns Jim Eagles.
Plea for return of stolen puppies (watch video)
An Auckland pet shop manager is pleading for the return of three puppies snatched from under her nose and in full view of security cameras.
The last fish supper
For years, we've considered fish to be a healthier, more eco-minded alternative to red meat and chicken, but today this has been called into doubt. Anna Hart finds out how we can enjoy seafood without a side-helping of guilt ...
Jim Eagles: A dog of a time through Customs
If you're moving back from Australia to New Zealand - going against the tide - you're better off not being a dog.
Lion Man's fans call for his return
Supporters of Lion Man Craig Busch have mounted a campaign in support of him, after the death of a tiger at Zion Wildlife Gardens.
Fish stocks on rise - but there's a catch
New Zealand is braving an international backlash by going after fish species environmentalists say are unsustainably caught. Geoff Cumming reports.
Pigeons' instinct for a high-risk flutter 'explains human gambling'
Taking big risks in the hope of high rewards may be a fundamental part of our biological nature, the pigeon study has shown.
Hangdog mutts suffer from the blues - study
Scientists have shown what many dog owners have suspected - while some canines are joyfully optimistic about life, others have a tendency for gloomy pessimism.
Bird of the Year 2010
Here are New Zealand's Top 10 favourite native birds as voted on ForestandBird.org.nz, with the kakariki taking out Bird of the Year 2010.