Thus Darryl cannot remain in New Zealand. A Christchurch zoo has begun discussions with ERMA about the possibility of importing him. His plight has captured the hearts of the public, who donated generously to help the zoo cover cost of the application and other costs. In the meantime, because it is not legal to keep him in the country, and rather than put him down, MAF has decided to try to find an overseas zoo which is prepared to take him while this importation process is proceeding. The zoo in Christchurch then can proceed to reimport him if permission is given.
Negotiations are now underway to try to find a suitable overseas zoo.
Darryl has been sent to Auckland to start the export process.