The Morepork is a small owl native to New Zealand and parts of Australia. It gets its name from the sound of its call, which sounds like “more-pork.” In Māori, it is called ruru. These owls are primarily nocturnal hunters, feeding on insects and small mammals. They have striking yellow eyes and mottled brown plumage that helps them blend into the forest.
Tags: BirdsLooking at Catchpool Stream located in Catchpool Valley. The stream is located at the entrance to a number of...
Sledge Track Loop is a short walk option from the larger Sledge Track. It starts and ends at Mackay...
View of Richard Prouse Park on the western side of the Wainuiomata River with a water pipe just visible...
Gums Loop Meadow is essentially where Gums Loop Walk derives its name. The meadow contains eucalyptus trees.
Typical overcast day in Autumn as seen from the Wainuiomata Hill Lookout. The view here is always good, no...
There is no track here, but trekking up Skerretts Creek involves a lot of rock hopping. Eventually it opens...
The lower reaches of Wainuiomata River as observed during summer. It traverses arid looking terrain in the month of...
Explore the history of Whitcher Grove, once home to the Sinclair family, known for their mill operation and stately...
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.
