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Muriwai Gannet Colony

Auckland  >  New Zealand

The Southern end of Muriwai beach is home to one of the few New Zealand mainland Australasian Gannet breeding colonies.

Añadido* por Andra
Última actualización 21 diciembre 2024

Descripción

Over one thousand Australasian Gannet pairs breed every year from August to March in Muriwai with the first chicks hatching in October. From two viewing platforms it is possible to get a very close look at the breeding Australasian Gannet on the bare rocks of Otakamiro Point. There are also two small vertical-sided islands just offshore, where the other half of the colony breeds. White-fronted Tern have also nested here before and can often be seen flying along the coast.

Detalles

Accesso

Muriwai is less than an hour car drive away from the Auckland city centre; no public transport to Muriwai is available. Parking with public toilets is available just a short, wheelchair-friendly walk away from the platforms.

Due to damage from the cyclone in early 2023 access to the platforms is only from Waitea road and not from the beach. The site might be closed after the 2024-2025 breeding season for works.

Terreno y habitat

Mar , Playa , Cañón/acantilado

Condiciones

Rocoso , Nivel del agua alto probable

Camino circular

No

¿Se necesita telescopio?

No

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Primavera , Verano , Otoño

Mejor momento para visitar

Verano , Primavera

Ruta

Camino pavimentado , Camino ancho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

A pie , Silla de ruedas

Escondite de observación / plataforma

Enlaces

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