Why one country spent a small fortune to kill a single, elusive, furry predator

Summary

1. Chalky Island is a predator-free sanctuary for threatened species.
2. A stoat was successfully trapped and killed to protect vulnerable species like the kākāpō.
3. Stoats, introduced to control rabbits, have wreaked havoc on birdlife.
4. New Zealand has a Predator Free 2050 plan.

References

• Media Check: CNN- Media Bias/Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)   
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC