New Zealand’s endemic Rimu tree is a common, towering tree of the podocarp/broadleaf forest. Here are 7 facts about this magnificent native tree. The islands of New Zealand are truly a nature lovers paradise. You can go walking around the mountains, coast, and forest without…
New Zealand’s Endemic Kauri trees are some of the largest and oldest trees in the world! Here are 7 facts about these giant, ancient trees. There are some places in nature that seem to have a special feeling about them. I’ve been lucky enough to…
The Kahikatea is one of the endemic trees of New Zealand. Read 8 facts about this ancient tree, which is New Zealand’s tallest native tree. I love the natural world of New Zealand. The fact that there are no dangerous mammals or reptiles mean that…
The New Zealand Falcon is one of the three native birds of prey on these islands. Here are some fun facts about this fast flying hunter. The birds of New Zealand are probably the most iconic and well known aspect of the natural world of…
The bellbird is an endemic bird to New Zealand whose calls are quite pleasing to hear. Here are 7 facts about this bird. I live in the Taranaki area of New Zealand and as such I am not as familiar with these birds as with…
There are actually some yellow pohutukawa trees in New Zealand. These are a kind of subspecies that can be seen in some areas of the country. The pohutukawa tree is one of the iconic trees of the coastal areas of the north island of New…
A tui is one of New Zealand’s most unique looking and sounding birds. These 9 tui facts will teach you about this iconic bird. The forests of New Zealand are filled with unique plants and animals. On the south island you can wander through magnificent…
There are 5 Kiwi species living in the country of New Zealand. Here is some info about the 5 different species of this endemic bird. The islands of New Zealand are home to a lot of unique plants and animals. About 70% of the plants…
These 5 threatened species of New Zealand are good examples of the unique wildlife that is at risk of going extinct. Learn about the lesser short tailed bat, weta, hihi, and others. New Zealand is full of unique and special plants and animals. About 70%…
New Zealand’s nature is unique, in fact many native species are found nowhere else on earth. Several factors contributed to make New Zealand’s natural world so special. People from all over the world visit New Zealand to see and experience the country’s special nature. However,…