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Shortland Wharf Thames

Waikato  >  New Zealand

In the middle of Thames, a colony of shags lives where the Kauaeranga river flows into the Firth of Thames .

Added* by Jonathan Klawitter
Most recent update 11 februar 2024

Description

When driving through Thames, the Shortland Wharf is a nice little spot to observe roosting and breeding Pied Cormorant and Little Pied Cormorant just acrosse the river. Often also Royal Spoonbill are roosting with them. If you take a look out to the sea at the end of the pier with a scope, you may also be able to spot other shags on logs.

Details

Access

Driving along the 25 through Thames from the South, the Shortland Wharf is on your left of the first right turn. Click on the P in the map for directions or coordinates.

Terrain and Habitat

Sea , River , City/village

Conditions

Flat , No shadow

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Summer

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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