ZIP, in collaboration with DOC and Predator Free 2050 Ltd, has begun work on a research programme within the Perth Valley (South Westland) to test and refine an approach to completely remove possums from large areas, and prevent them re-establishing.
The 'Q&A' document and map linked below contain further information about how this work may overlap with this season’s tahr hunting experience in the Adams Wilderness Area.
The Department of Conservation is liaising with parties who hold balloted tahr hunting areas for the 2018 season that fall within the research area.
We will update the Q&A document in response to any further questions.
Perth Project and Tahr Hunting Q&A - Updated 2/03/2018
Map of Perth Valley Predator Treatment Area, Huts and Bivvies