A new species of gecko discovered on the west coast of Auckland at last has its own official name: the Korowai.

The species was first found in 2014 and after a decade of research the reptile can officially be - as the scientists put it - 'described'.

But with just 32 living in Muriwai Regional Park, the Korowai are considered a nationally vulnerable species.

Louise Ternouth and Camera Operator Marika Khazabi have the story.

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