In this area is a burrow containing kiwi. While kiwi are an endangered bird, there is a sizable population within the water catchment in Wainuiomata which hopefully will become Puketaha Wildlife Sanctuary.
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...
There are many trees in this area that are older than 1000 years. This particular tree is thought to...
Looking at a typical section of podocarp rainforest in the proposed Puketahā Wildlife Sanctuary in Wainuiomata.
Typically, the water catchment region encompassing Puketaha Reserve is restricted from public access. Nonetheless, an organized tour provides an...
Bracket fungi or shelf fungi are frequently found in mature forests. Certain specimens of these fungi can persist for...
Looking up at a giant Kahikatea tree. Also known as white pine, this endemic coniferous tree reaches heights of...
View of some old growth trees inside the proposed Puketahā Wildlife Sanctuary. Many old trees remain in this area...
