New Zealand glow-worm

Otago University scientist Dr Miriam Sharpe received funding in 2010 from the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology (FRST) to begin a 3-year study into which...

Glow-worms are New Zealand’s underground stars. Small but bright, it is no wonder why they attract so many tourists to places such as Waitomo and Paparoa...

The human eye contains structures that allow it to perceive light, movement and colour differences.

Māori knowledge and methods are increasingly being incorporated into New Zealand’s conservation practices. In this story, we meet researcher Dr Priscilla Wehi who uses both mātauranga...

Seaweek is New Zealand’s annual national week about the sea. It is coordinated by the Sir Peter Blake Marine Education and Recreation Centre (MERC) and includes...