Yellow-eyed penguins in New Zealand face extinction within two decades due to an 80% nest decline.
The yellow-eyed penguin, a rare species in New Zealand, could face extinction within two decades due to an 80% decline in nests over 15 years. With only 143 nests remaining, threats include disease, predators, human disturbance, dietary shifts, and fishing impacts. Conservation efforts are underway, focusing on protecting the species and restoring coastal areas.
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