There are many trees in this area that are older than 1000 years. This particular tree is thought to be up to 1300 years old.

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There are many trees in this area that are older than 1000 years. This particular tree is thought to be up to 1300 years old.
These giants of this podocarp rainforest are located deep inside Puketaha. The forest here has never been logged with...
Emergents are the giants of the forest. These ancient trees emerge above the canopy of the rainforest. Some trees...
Typically, the water catchment region encompassing Puketaha Reserve is restricted from public access. Nonetheless, an organized tour provides an...
In this area is a burrow containing kiwi. While kiwi are an endangered bird, there is a sizable population...
Looking up at a giant Kahikatea tree. Also known as white pine, this endemic coniferous tree reaches heights of...
Looking at a typical section of podocarp rainforest in the proposed Puketahā Wildlife Sanctuary in Wainuiomata.
Bracket fungi or shelf fungi are frequently found in mature forests. Certain specimens of these fungi can persist for...
A giant of the forest has fallen in this ancient podocarp rainforest found in the water catchment of Wainuiomata....