Artificial nesting habitats for New Zealand fairy terns (tara iti, Sternula nereis davisae)

Seabirds are increasingly threatened by habitat loss, predation, disturbance, and climate change. Artificial nesting structures, such as floating rafts, elevated platforms, and dredge islands, have been trialled to mitigate these pressures, but effectiveness varies across species and contexts. Evaluating these interventions is crucial for developing evidence-based strategies, particularly for the critically endangered New Zealand fairy tern (tara iti, Sternula nereis davisae). This article revie