New Zealand’s 3 native gulls can be found all across the country in differing frequencies. These are the only native gulls that breed in New Zealand. I am fortunate enough to live close to the beautiful beaches of Taranaki on the North Island. Any time…
The Native ‘K’ birds of New Zealand are pretty amazing. Here are 6 native birds of New Zealand that start with the letter K, including kiwi and kokako. New Zealand has and had some pretty unique and amazing birds. Since these islands were isolated for…
Here are 7 common introduced birds that you are sure to see in New Zealand. These birds are widespread across the country and range from sea level to the upper slopes of the mountains. I think it’s so cool to observe nature, whether it’s a…
The history of stoats and rabbits in New Zealand is a great example of what happens when species are introduced to islands. Read the sad, instructional tale here. The wildlife of New Zealand thrived in the absence of people for millions upon millions of years.…
Can you tell if that flying insect you find in New Zealand is a dragonfly or damselfly? Here are 4 tips to easily tell them apart. New Zealand has a huge number of endemic insects. Scientists estimate that there are around 20,000 insects in New…
New Zealand’s biodiversity makes it one of the most unique places in the world. About 70% of the native species in New Zealand are found nowhere else on earth! The land that became the present islands of New Zealand broke away from the ancient land…
The 3 native birds of prey in New Zealand are the Morepork, New Zealand Falcon, and the Australian Harrier Hawk. These 3 birds make their home in this island country. Some of the most iconic wildlife in the country of New Zealand are birds. A…
The New Zealand Robin is a delightful endemic bird to see when tramping. Here are 8 facts to help you appreciate this special bird. I used to live in the Rocky Mountains of the USA and we would often see Robins flying about. They were…
Native, endemic, and introduced are terms that describe a plant or animal. Here is a quick overview on what those terms mean and examples of each in New Zealand. There are thousands of species of plants and animals found throughout the world. Some of them…