Battle for our Birds Predator Control Operation Protecting native species at risk N Mount Messenger From July 23, 2018 the Department of Conservation plans to carry out predator control in the Moki, Makino and Mt Messenger forests. The starting date will be weather dependent. Kotare Mount Damper Uruti The operation will extend to farm owners on the boundary that wish to have their areas of native bush controlled. The map indicates the area of predator control. Tahora Method of control Operational area Observe these rules whenever you see warning signs placed at the public access ways in the above areas For further information call the Taranaki Area Office, (06) 759 0350 or visit the Taranaki Area Office, 55A Rimu Street, New Plymouth A detailed map of the treatment areas may be viewed at the Taranaki Area Office, 55A Rimu Street, New Plymouth during normal working hours (8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday) The map is also available online at www.doc.govt.nz Search: Pesticide summary. Cereal baits containing the pesticide 1080 will be distributed by helicopter. The baits are cylindrical pellets approximately 2 cm in diameter, dyed green and cinnamon lured. This pesticide is poisonous to humans and domestic animals. Always remember: DO NOT touch bait WATCH CHILDREN at all times DO NOT EAT animals from this area DO NOT allow DOGS access to animal carcasses Keep your dog safe There is a small risk of possum carcasses being carried downstream from the rivers and streams Stay safe by keeping your dog on a lead along river banks, river mouths and beaches. Possum carcasses may take up to 6 months to rot completely and during this time they are poisonous to dogs. Department of Conservation Te Papa Alawbai New Zealand Government