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Restoration of aquatic ecosystems
Research ProjectThis project aims to increase our knowledge of aquatic ecosystems and their restoration, and apply this to degraded streams, rivers, lakes and estuaries. -
Programme update June 2025
In this update we report on research activities over the last three months in the field, the lab and the development of a new resource. -
International collaborations
NIWA hosted a visiting scientist, Dr Cao, from the Wuhan Botanic Gardens, Chinese Academy of Sciences over January and February 2025. -
Identifying the gold clam
Know your invasive gold clam from your native pea clam and kaakahi/kaaeo. -
Invasive gold clam and kaakahi population survey
Assessing depth specific distribution and relative abundance of gold clam and kākahi at Lakes Maraetai and Karaapiro. -
Using artificial samplers to test the presence and settlement of juvenile gold clams
Filter traps are being used to study the invasive gold clam in the Waikato River. -
Exploring clam impact on native aquatic plants
The invasive gold clam (Corbicula fluminea) can reach very high population densities, which can harm freshwater ecosystems. -
New Technology Enhances River Digital Networks for Improved Water Management
Publication article21 March 2025NIWA scientists have launched a groundbreaking initiative that is transforming mapping of freshwater environments. -
Innovative Methods in Tackling Pest Fish: The Power of Sound and Light
Publication article20 March 2025Could bubbles and strobe lights stop pest fish swimming where they’re not wanted? -
Race Against Time: Tackling the Invasive Gold Clam
Publication article28 February 2025NIWA and partners launch critical research to stop an invasive clam threatening New Zealand's freshwater ecosystem. -
Staff Profile Clare Wilkinson
Publication article24 February 2025Introducing NIWA sediment transport scientist Clare Wilkinson. -
Develop a suite of control tools
Research aim: Developing a suite of control tools
