Rebecca Nash

Rebecca Nash is a specialist bird keeper at Auckland Zoo, known for her vital role in a partnership with the Department of Conservation to hatch and raise tara iti (fairy tern) chicks. With a focus on conservation, Nash is dedicated to nurturing these endangered birds, which involves intensive care and feeding schedules to ensure their growth and survival before release into the wild. Her commitment to wildlife and her passion for working alongside colleagues make her a vital part of the zoo community, especially during busy times like the Christmas season.