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While the origins of kissing under the mistletoe remain shrouded in mystery, one thing is certain: this festive plant has a far richer story than many of us realise. Here in Aotearoa New Zealand, mistletoe holds a unique place in our natural heritage, one that extends far beyond its role in holiday traditions
If we are able to draw our eyes away from the antics in the sky and look down, we may notice other species emerging. Skinks or mokomoko are also becoming more active as the weather warms. Waiheke is home to three species of skink: moko skink, the copper skink, and the plague skink.
The team recently had the pleasure of reconnecting with Brad Windust and his amazing stoat detection dog, Wero, during their annual visit to the motu. This dynamic duo is playing a crucial role in the mission to make Waiheke Island predator-free.