The girth around the trunk of this huge tree is astonishing. The trunk’s substantial girth is such that the three primary branches emanating from it bear a striking resemblance to towering trees in their own right.
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...
Emergents are the giants of the forest. These ancient trees emerge above the canopy of the rainforest. Some trees...
View of some old growth trees inside the proposed Puketahā Wildlife Sanctuary. Many old trees remain in this area...
Typically, the water catchment region encompassing Puketaha Reserve is restricted from public access. Nonetheless, an organized tour provides an...
Looking at a typical section of podocarp rainforest in the proposed Puketahā Wildlife Sanctuary in Wainuiomata.
There are many trees in this area that are older than 1000 years. This particular tree is thought to...
In this area is a burrow containing kiwi. While kiwi are an endangered bird, there is a sizable population...
