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Doc appeals for info on penguin deaths

Otago Daily Times Online News·Thursday, 30 April 2026·about 1 month ago
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News Dunedin The Department of Conservation is still seeking information about little penguin deaths near Dunedin last weekend. Doc received a call on Monday stating a group of eight kororā had been allegedly killed by a dog at the settlement of Long Beach.  Doc acting Coastal Otago operations manager Chris Hankin said it was taking the claims seriously and needed evidence to progress investigations further. “We’re calling on anyone who has visited the site, taken photos, or been involved in the alleged burying or removal of any penguins to please contact us. “Without evidence, we are limited in how we can progress with the investigation. If you know something, or know someone who does, please get in touch so we can get to the bottom of this.” Doc staff visited the site shortly after the initial report; however no penguins, signs of disturbance or other evidence were located. Staff visited the site again the following day with the informant, following claims the bodies had been buried in the sand dunes.…

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