These common New Zealand insects can be found in all parts of this island country. The insects of New Zealand include a lot more than just wetas and glowworms. The insects of this country are as unique and special as the birds, trees, reptiles, and…
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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%…
There are 11 deciduous native New Zealand trees that lose all of their leaves in the autumn. Here are 3 examples of native trees that lose all their leaves. Originally I’m from the USA and the autumn or fall was always a great time of…
New Zealand’s threatened species list is very long. Thousands of the unique plants and animals of this island country are at risk of becoming extinct. Similar to many islands throughout the world, such as the Galapagos and Madagascar, New Zealand has a high percent of…
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…
These 6 stoat facts will teach you about these mammalian predators. They may be small, but they cause havoc in New Zealand. Ever since I first came to New Zealand I’ve been hearing about stoats. I’ve heard stories about how they kill birds, and eat…
A podocarp is a type of tree found in New Zealand that makes up one of the two dominant forest types. Read all about what is a podocarp here. Before living in New Zealand I had never heard of a podocarp. Even after living here…
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…