Why is it so hard to move freshwater species? – Rethinking freshwater translocation processes and policy in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Translocating valued species is one way to enhance biodiversity, but moving freshwater fish in Aotearoa New Zealand is not easy. Legislative, social and ecological contexts surrounding translocations are complex and often difficult to navigate.
We need better freshwater translocation processes that effectively support biodiversity and community-led approaches.