The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) sets controls on the international trade and movement of animals and plant species that have been, or may be, threatened due to excessive exploitation.


Learn more

Wildlife research permits

CITES website

New Zealand Trade in Endangered Species Order 2008: New Zealand Legislation website

Biosecuity NZ website

NZ Customs Service website

The difference between threatened and endangered species

Contacts

CITES Management Authority
Phone: +64 4 471 0726
Fax: +64 4 381 3057
Address:
Department of Conservation
Science and Technical Group
PO Box 10420
Wellington 6143

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai