Biodiversity

Our work enables New Zealand to

reverse the decline of native species, habitats and ecosystems
makuru ana nga mahinga kai (gather food from abundant and flourishing areas)
increase the resilience of natural ecosystems

Our research provides the scientific foundations needed to improve New Zealand’s ability to protect the most threatened species and ecosystems. This ability relies on a deep understanding of ecosystem resilience, tipping points and how various threats – from climate change through to invasive species – affect native species.