Drone captures incredible sight of thousands of turtles
Up to 64,000 turtles have been filmed swarming a Queensland island in stunning footage.
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Chef reveals menu for the Queen's corgis
Former chef reveals he never expected he'd be dishing up meals for the Queen's dogs.
Incredible images from NZ photographer's life on Galapagos Islands
Tui De Roy stepped foot on the Galapagos the day she turned 2.
Elephant dies after being fed fireworks
A wildlife official said the pregnant wild elephant 'knew she was going to die'.
'Dumped in ditch': Cat owner opens up after contractors toss dead pet
Contractors are under fire after tossing a dead pet in a ditch.
Why a changing climate matters to NZ's blue whales
They've only just been discovered, but NZ's giant blue whales already face climate threat.
Contractor throws family's dead cat in ditch
The company is contracted to dispose of dead animals on Auckland's streets
Monkeys attack lab technician and steal Covid-19 tests
Monkeys can contract Covid-19 and then infect humans in turn, according to scientists.
Bioluminescence spotted in Wellington
Bioluminescence spotted in Wellington harbour this week. Video / Sarah Day
Cold and dehydrated: Turtle found on Takapuna Beach likely from Costa Rica
The injured Black Turtle is being cared for at Auckland Zoo and is in critical condition.
Seagulls littering at Kaitaia McDonald's
Seagulls take part in organised littering at Kaitaia McDonald's. Video / Supplied
Horror find in dog's x-ray sparks warning
Owners concern after dog's visit to the park leads to chilling diagnosis from the vet.
Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's - World Turtle Day 2020
World Turtle Day 2020: Injured turtles get a medical check-up at Kelly Tarlton's. Video / Supplied
Toronto was obeying social distance rules. Then came adorable baby foxes
New York Times: As the city shutdown a family of foxes set up a den in a prime location.
Jono and Ben host new reality TV show for dogs
Jono and Ben's career is going to the dogs - literally.
Police drug dog retires after five years 'serving her country'
Tas started her life as a street mutt, and is now retiring as a top police drug dog.
Car v horse: Driver killed after freak crash in North Island
The horse also died in the crash.
'Watching nature catch her breath' - lockdown boon for Hauraki Gulf
"I don't ever remember a calm day here without that multi-pitched whine of boats."
Focus: Police narcotics and currency detector dog Tas retires after 5 years of service
Focus: Police dog Tas was lucky to escape death row at a Nelson pound, now after 5 years of service as a narcotics and currency detector in the Police Dog Section she is retiring. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus: Before Netflix had Tiger King, New Zealand had The Lion Man
Two big-cat men, different countries, different times. Uncanny similarities. Video / TVNZ / MediaWorks / Netflix
Wild ride: Kitten survives trip across Auckland stuck in car engine
One of the men in the fire brigade played cat sounds on his phone and the kitten came out.
Canterbury dogs poisoned; Bonno turns a 'massive corner' overnight
The family, along with their beloved dogs, have lived at the Canterbury home for 3 years.
Lion tamer produces show in flat
With circus closed, trainer takes show indoors but animal welfare issues raised.
How to prevent your dog's 'separation anxiety' after lockdown
We're not the only ones who will struggle to adjust to life after lockdown.
Where are the humans? Picture special: Life inside Auckland Zoo's Covid bubble
The animals at Auckland Zoo have noticed the lack of visitors during lockdown.
Dustin the puppy swallows metal fork
"That's incredible, but an absolute emergency all in one, so you'd better bring him in."
Goliath bird-eating tarantulas at Wellington Zoo
Wellington Zoo has become the first in Australasia to successfully breed Goliath bird-eating tarantulas. Video / Supplied
Very good dogs don't necessarily make very good co-workers
Here's how this new-found time with your dog might be affecting your productivity.
Dog's hilarious DIY grooming fail goes viral
This epic DIY doggy grooming fail should serve as a hilarious warning.
'Tiger King' star Jeff Lowe speaks to Jono and Ben
'Tiger King' star Jeff Lowe tells all to Jono and Ben about what we didn't see on the Netflix show. Video / The Hits
Man killed by stag was a well-known emergency worker: 'Big shock to our family'
A man suffered fatal injuries in a stag attack near Invercargill last night.
'Terrifying' great white shark encounter off Auckland beach
"Oh s***, that's a big fish," thought Steve Dickinson. Then it went for his kayak.
Tiger King: The three new shows on the way
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Love in lockdown: Pandas mate for first time after a decade together
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