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Genomic diversity and connectivity of small giant clam (Tridacna maxima) populations across the Cook Islands

 Cook Islands National Environment Service
 Coastal and Marine  Biodiversity

This report contributes preliminary results for a study of the genomic diversity and population connectivity of paua (small giant clam, Tridacna maxima) in the Cook Islands.

Islands used in this study include Manihiki, Palmerston, Aitutaki, Manuae, Takutea, Atiu, Mitiaro, Mauke, Rarotonga and Mangaia.

This research was commissioned by the Ministry of Marine Resources.

Palmerston rat eradication 2023 - updates from field team

 Cook Islands National Environment Service
 Biodiversity  Built Environment

The Palmerston rat eradication program ran from August-September 2023. NZ Department of Conservation's Emmanuel Oyston, field team leader of the eradication, sent weekly updates on their progress - their updates are available here. 

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