Date: 10 December 2020
DOC Biodiversity Ranger Jamie Quirk says New Zealand dotterel, banded dotterel and variable oystercatcher nesting sites in this region are in coastal areas, around rivers and streambeds from Hicks Bay to Mahia.
“New Zealand dotterel with chicks are currently nesting at a number of places. At Turihaua beach there has been some disturbance by people as the nests are close to the mouth of the Turihaua stream.
“We want people to avoid nesting sites, give them space and keep an eye on dogs,” says Jamie Quirk.
Gisborne District Council Summer and Freedom Camping Compliance Officer, Michelle Lexmond says they are working jointly with DOC to help educate people about their behaviours.