Close up of mistletoe
Discover interesting facts about New Zealand's mistletoes.
Threats to mistletoe include possum browse, vegetation clearance and a decline in native bird species which act as pollinators and seed-dispersers.
DOC has a national recovery plant for mistletoe to coordinate conservation efforts and ensure the long-term survival of these plants.
Learn the many ways you can help with mistletoe conservation efforts in your area.
View the factsheet Mistletoes in Auckland (PDF, 169K)
View the factsheet Mistletoes in Bay of Plenty
View the factsheet Mistletoes in Wellington (PDF, 392K)
Mistletoes in Wellington Conservancy: Current status and management requirements (PDF, 482K)
Threatened species
Tree planting for attracting native birds
Ecological restoration guidelines (PDF, 396K) - to help start your own restoration project
Native plants and restoration projects
Mainland islands An innovative approach to conserving our native plants..
Research, collection and wildlife permits
Biodiversity Projects database - a catalogue of NZ biodiversity monitoring projects