Abstract: New Zealand deems management of nature reserves and preservation of biospecies as its foundation for sustainable development.In the aspect of management of nature reserves,New Zealand has established perfect management systems,legal policies and special management patterns.The authors explore for implication to China of the successful experience of New Zealand in management of nature reserves from the angle of following six aspects,i.e.management system,laws and policies,controlled open management,public participation, increased input in research,and fund raising.