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The New Zealand dabchick on Lake Rotoiti

  • Publication Type

    Journal Article

  • Publication Year

    1981

  • Author(s)

    Lusk, C.H., Lusk, J.R.

  • Journal Name

    Notornis

  • Volume, Issue

    28, 3

  • Pagination

    203-208

  • Article Type

    Paper

Keywords

New Zealand dabchick, Podiceps rufopectus, Lake Rotoiti, survey, nesting biology


The New Zealand dabchick on Lake Rotoiti

Notornis, 28 (3), 203-208

Lusk, C.H., Lusk, J.R. (1981)

Article Type: Paper

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During December 1980, 121 adult New Zealand Dabchick (Podiceps rufopectus) and 14 young were counted on Rotoiti. Their distribution on the lake is discussed in relation to habitat and resources. Nesting habits and the effects of weather and recent habitat changes are also discussed. In spite of high nest failure, the population on Rotoiti appears to be stable.