CODE A1

Possum Population Monitoring Using the Trap-Catch Method

Describes the best practice for undertaking possum population monitoring. It sets out the steps to be followed and standards to be achieved. Format: 40-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy: $15.00

CODE A2

Possum Population Monitoring Using the WaxTag Method

Describes the best practice for undertaking possum population monitoring using the WaxTag method. It sets out the steps tp be followed and standards to be acheived. Format: 28-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy: $15.00

CODE A3

Private Land Owners' Guide to Possum Control- Control tools and techniques

An information package for landowners on methods used to control possums. It provides up-to-date information on traps, bait stations and toxins. Includes contact details of suppliers of possum control equipment, bait and accessories. Format: 58 page A4, colour front & back covers, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $18.00

CODE A4.1

Leghold Traps - A guideline for capturing possums, ferrets and feral cats using leghold traps

A guideline for trapping vertebrate pests using leghold traps to:

• maximize pest control effectiveness through best practice,
• ensure trapping is compliant with legislation and regulation.

Includes guidance on target species, trap selection, techniques and trap maintenance. Format: 28 pages, A4, colour front & back covers, black & white content.

Free online copy (pdf) OR  purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A4.2

Kill Traps - A guideline to trap possums, ferrets, stoats and feral cats using kill traps

A guideline for trapping vertebrate pests using kill traps to:

• maximize pest control effectiveness through best practice,
• ensure trapping is compliant with legislation and regulation.

Includes guidance on target species, trap selection, techniques and trap maintenance. Format: 29 pages, A4, colour front & back covers, black & white content.

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A4.4

Possum and Ferret Traps: A report to inform and advise users of trapping products

A detailed assessment of the different types of leg-hold, kill and live-capture possum and ferret traps to assist users in making appropriate and informed choices. Information about availablity and prices valid as at July 2007. Format: 96-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A5

Pest Rabbits - Monitoring and Control

A best practice guideline based on current research and field experience. Describes the practical and regulatory aspects of rabbit control and monitoring. Format: 48-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A6

Pest Rooks - Monitoring and Control

A best practice guideline for the practical and regulatory aspects of rook control and monitoring. Based on current research and field experience, it covers ground baiting, nest poisoning and regional trend monitoring of rook populations. Format: 32-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A7

Pest Hares - Monitoring and Control

A best practice guideline based on the latest research and field practice. Describes the practical and regulatory aspects for control and monitoring of pest hares. Format: 28-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A8

Pest Mustelids - Monitoring and Control

Best practice guidelines for the control and monitoring of mustelids. Content applicable to ferrets, stoats and weasels. Intended for use by field staff, contractors and landowners. Format: 32-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A9

Wallabies - Monitoring and Control

Best practice guidelines for the control and monitoring of pest wallaby populations. Content applicable to both Dama and Bennetts species. Intended for use by field staff, contractors and private land owners. Format: 28-page A4, colour cover, black & white content

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A10

Feral Pigs - a review of monitoring and control techniques

A summary of what is currently known about the monitoring and control of feral pigs. Primarily for field staff and contractors undertaking feral pig monitoring and control but also useful for community groups and private land holders and managers wanting to manage the impacts of feral pigs. Format: 28 A4 pages, colour cover, black & white content.

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00

CODE A11

Feral and Stray Cats - Monitoring and Control, a Preliminary Guideline Towards Good Practice

A background overview of cats in New Zealand is presented, followed by discussion around monitoring, and the practical aspects of feral cat control. The primary recipients of this guideline are field staff and contractors responsible for designing, commissioning and reporting on feral cat control and monitoring. Format: 51 A4 pages, colour cover, Black & white content.

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $18.00

CODE A12

Auditing of Possum Monitoring Operations

Sets out guidelines and standards for auditing monitoring operations applied under Animal Health Board control contracts. Format: 2 A4 pages

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $2.50

CODE A13

RESPONSIBLE USE OF BAIT STATIONS: AN OPERATOR'S GUIDE

Provides guidance on the use of toxic bait stations for vertebrate pest control. Covers the following key areas: legal obligations, risk management, general techniques and placement in the field, and recording and reporting requirements.  Format: 8-page A5 colour booklet

Free online copy (pdf) (note: to print in A5-size double-sided booklet form, go to Print Settings/Page Setup - set the page size to A5 portrait and the page layout to booklet) OR purchase printed copy $5.00

CODE A14

Aerial 1080 Control of Possums & Rabbits: Standard Operating Procedures for Regional Government

Provides guidance, for those who plan and manage aerial 1080 operations for local government interests, in carrying out the operational steps involved. This SOP is designed to be read and used together with the (B9) Aerial 1080 Pest Control Industry Guidelines and should not be used on its own.Format: 42 colour & black/white pages.

Free online copy (pdf) OR purchase printed copy $15.00