Who is Little Green Bird?

The Little Green Bird Conservation Trust is a New Zealand registered charitable trust (CC63205) founded by bird health professionals and conservationists who care deeply about the future of Aotearoa’s birds.

We began with a bold but simple goal: to restore native habitats by purchasing and reforesting land, creating predator-proof sanctuaries where birds can thrive.

As our work evolved, we focused even more sharply on long-term impact—building safe, wild spaces where native birdlife can flourish now and into the future.

Why Your Support Matters

🌿 Laying the Groundwork – Our first land purchase kicks off a long-term vision to restore ecosystems and build safe sanctuaries.

🌿 Protecting Native Birds – Species like the tūī, kererū, and tīeke need secure habitats to nest, feed, and thrive.

🌿 Creating Lasting Change – Restored forests mean future generations can enjoy Aotearoa’s biodiversity.

🌿 Science-Backed Conservation – Your support funds habitat restoration, research, and predator control.

🌿 Driven by Community – This movement starts with you. Every donation helps us rewild Aotearoa—one sanctuary at a time.

Whether you're a backyard birdkeeper, a wildlife rehabber, or simply a bird lover—you’re part of the solution.

Be a Founding Supporter

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of bird conservation in New Zealand. Every donation brings us closer to securing our first piece of land and making this vision a reality.

Donate today and help rewild Aotearoa.

Our Mission

To protect Aotearoa’s birds through habitat restoration and community action, empowering people to care through knowledge and connection.

Trustees

  • Jemma McLean (Trustee)

    Jemma, co-founder of Avian Empire and Little Green Bird Conservation Trust, has dedicated her life to the care and protection of birds. With a strong background in avian health and community engagement, she has spent years rescuing, rehabilitating, and supporting both wild and companion birds across Aotearoa. Through Little Green Bird, Jemma brings her passion and hands-on experience to the wider goal of rewilding and restoring native habitats for future generations of birdlife.

  • Sam Hurley (Trustee)

    Sam, co-founder of Avian Empire and Little Green Bird Conservation Trust, is a veterinarian who studied in New Zealand and holds a master’s in avian medicine. Originally from British Columbia, Canada, he is a bird enthusiast with a background in wildlife ecology, poultry medicine, and animal welfare. His interests span everything from entomology to integrated pest management. Sam’s passion for health surveillance and conservation drives his commitment to restoring native habitats and protecting Aotearoa’s precious birdlife through evidence-based, long-term solutions.