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.
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.
The girth around the trunk of this huge tree is astonishing. The trunk’s substantial girth is such that the...
There are many trees in this area that are older than 1000 years. This particular tree is thought to...
The Rimu, distinguished by its dark red wood, develops a unique feature as it matures, with about three-quarters of...
Looking up at a giant Kahikatea tree. Also known as white pine, this endemic coniferous tree reaches heights of...
These giants of this podocarp rainforest are located deep inside Puketaha. The forest here has never been logged with...
Typically, the water catchment region encompassing Puketaha Reserve is restricted from public access. Nonetheless, an organized tour provides an...
