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What kills tuataras?

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∙ 11y ago
Updated: 9/15/2023

The tuatara is at threat from a number of introduced mammals. Rats are the main threat as they steal the eggs and also eat hatchlings. Cats and dogs will easily kill adult tuataras.

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