Kēreru, kākā and other large charismatic bird species often get their day in the sun, but habitat restoration and predator control also benefit our more reclusive native creatures.

Hear ecologist Nick Harker, president of the NZ Herpetological Society, talk about New Zealand's native lizard fauna and what we can do to give them a fighting chance. After his presentation there will be a chance of close encounters with a few living examples of what may one day be regular denizens of our parks, reserves and even back gardens across Tāmaki Makaurau .

When Tuesday 21 May, 7-8.30pm

Where Upstairs at Waiōrea Community Recycling Centre, 990 Gt North Rd. Look for the Urban Ark flag.

Getting there Several frequent bus services run along Gt North Rd. Visit AT’s Journey Planner.

Parking Lock your bike to railing right by the front door. Disabled car parking is easiest in the main Waiōrea Community Recycling Centre car park. One of the bollards will be removed for access. There is loads more free parking nearby, beside the Western Springs Garden community hall, see map.

Contact the host of Geckos and skinks of Auckland with Nick Harker