Tāiko, close up Image: Dave Boyle

Mike Bell

Mike first visited the Chathams as a 15-year-old to work on the black robin project. He's been involved with the islands ever since.

A trained ornithologist, Mike works on a range of bird research and conservation projects on the motu, including on the privately-owned albatross islands. In the past decade, this has evolved into restoration mahi – including predator control and restoration planting.

Passionate about the Chathams, their unique wildlife, and helping to create a more resilient future for the islands, its people and nature,  Mikes relishes the chance to work with the Trust to help landowners achieve their conservation aspirations.

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