Their kill count comes in at 2 possums and 1 hedgehog so far, using a Trapinator and T-Rex trap.

What motivated you get involved in backyard trapping?

Toby: We had a possum in our backyard, then happened to get a pack in our letterbox from City Sanctuary which motivated us to get in contact.

Why are you passionate about backyard trapping?

Emma: I’ve always been into conservation of native wildlife and bush. I come from a family of conservationists that work with DOC and we used to trap pests as a kid.

Toby: I’ve always had a respect for the unique natural environment we have in NZ and was super keen to be a small part of the conservation effort. I’d never trapped before and flatting next to the town belt this year meant it made perfect sense to set some traps up.