Bracket fungi or shelf fungi are frequently found in mature forests. Certain specimens of these fungi can persist for numerous years on the trunks of living or deceased trees. Their upper surface typically has a leathery or woody texture.
Typically, the water catchment region encompassing Puketaha Reserve is restricted from public access. Nonetheless, an organized tour provides an...
There are many trees in this area that are older than 1000 years. This particular tree is thought to...
The girth around the trunk of this huge tree is astonishing. The trunk’s substantial girth is such that the...
View of some old growth trees inside the proposed Puketahā Wildlife Sanctuary. Many old trees remain in this area...
A giant of the forest has fallen in this ancient podocarp rainforest found in the water catchment of Wainuiomata....
Looking at a typical section of podocarp rainforest in the proposed Puketahā Wildlife Sanctuary in Wainuiomata.
In this area is a burrow containing kiwi. While kiwi are an endangered bird, there is a sizable population...
Emergents are the giants of the forest. These ancient trees emerge above the canopy of the rainforest. Some trees...
