Jacob Reiher

Tiaki: An Effective and User-Friendly Rat Control Solution

Ngāti Kahungunu

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Tiaki bait station bait station within its natural context, securely pegged into the forest floor. This shot encapsulates the essence of the installation and its harmonious integration into the wilderness.

Bachelor of Design with Honours

Guided by the principles of kaitiakitanga, Tiaki is a compact bait station designed to address the threat of invasive rats in Aotearoa. This flat-packable system, easily carried by field workers, features an open base and wide entrance to target neophobic (shy) rats, which are known to be resistant to conventional methods. This innovative approach seeks complete rat elimination, safeguarding endangered birds and preserving our native wildlife.
Exhibition location
Block 12 Level D