The world's heaviest parrot was at risk of dying out completely, but thanks to the work of Maori tribe members and conservationists the kakapo population has now reached its highest number in over 40 years.
Just six weeks ago, New Zealand scientists were celebrating a successful breeding season. Now, they are facing the prospect of widespread deaths due to a fungal infection.
Some crisp whites are ideal as aperitifs – like a lesser-known sauvignon blanc, one of the tarter rieslings, or perhaps even a pinot grigio would fit the bill