Taking action for marine biosecurity

Equipped with knowledge about ecosystems, biodiversity, biosecurity and pest management, consider how to take action for te taiao. Although the main focus of this suite of resources is on marine biosecurity, Aotearoa also battles with pests on the land and in freshwater. If you are inland, eDNA tests can be used to see what is living in streams, rivers or lakes along with eDNA from land-based species that is carried into the water.

It is not always possible to conduct fieldwork or engage with restoration or eradication projects, but engaging students’ curiosity and raising awareness of issues can become a form of action as students take this information to whānau and the wider community.

Background information 

• Inquiry and action learning process – image map

• Taking action for conservation – webinar

Teaching resource

• Taking action for te taiao – Word document