The Great Kea Cull

It's hard to believe, but there used to be a bountry on the beak of every kea. They were accused to attacking sheep and hunters killed about 150,00 in a hundred years of slaughter. In this episode from the archives of The Long Read Charlie O'Mannin sets out the how kea have gone from being regarded as the enemy to the focus of consevation. You can read Charlie's story here Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here. GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Email us at [email protected]  CREDITS Read by Michael Wright Produced by Philippa Tolley Audio editing: Connor Scott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices