Keeping the hihi (stitchbird) from extinction

Some our native bird populations are struggling to cope with rising temperatures but human intervention is helping to ensure their survival. The latest research on the hihi, or stitchbird, reveals the battles most threatened species are under globally, as they try to adapt to threats such as climate change and emerging diseases. The hihi is classified as a nationally vulnerable species under DOC's threat of extinction system. A team of scientists led by University of Auckland's Dr Anna Santure talks to Kathryn about data collected on the hihi.