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While stories of extinction loom large, there are also positive narratives in New Zealand's conservation landscape. The Takahe, for example, was once believed extinct until rediscovered in the 1940s. Today, its population flourishes again thanks to robust breeding programs and conservation initiatives.
In contrast, the Kakapo's survival strategy — including its unique mating behavior — now poses further challenges due to its critical population size. Males often find themselves competing for a limited number of females, which is not conducive to a healthy breeding environment.