New Zealand’s feral cat dilemma

Written By Sam Poots

Feral cats are a major and growing threat to our native wildlife (with approx. 2.5 million roaming NZ).

To help bring more awareness and provide a balanced perspective, Conservation Amplified recorded a podcast episode with expert predator hunter, John Bissell, that offers an honest conversation about the feral cat dilemma in Aotearoa.


The episode covers:

  • The definition of feral cats vs. domestic pet cats

  • How trail camera footage reveals feral cats' widespread presence

  • Their impact on endangered species populations

  • Feline toxoplasmosis impacts on farming and marine mammals

  • Respectful approaches to feral cat control where pet cats are present

  • How human emotion shapes our approach to different predator species

  • Tips for conservation groups on navigating this topic with respect

  • The need for a national approach to cat management

  • And much more...

Here's the link to listen: https://conservationamplified.org/podcast/new-zealands-feral-cat-dilemma-an-honest-conversation-with-john-bissell (on that page, you can also find links to listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and other platforms for convenience).


Sam Poots https://www.artofpoots.com
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