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Penguins, Parrots and Wine on Matiu / Somes Island

10,000 Birds

The highlight of the weekend was seeing a pair foraging on a beach, searching the sand and tide strands for various morsels like a turnstone, and approaching the dozing New Zealand Fur Seal without the slightest sign of fear. Red-crowned Parakeet foraging near a New Zealand Fur Seal. I’ll work on that.

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Where to See Kiwi (and other birds) During the Rugby World Cup

10,000 Birds

The centre has a daily feeding of wild Kaka , making it easy to see this large parrot. Abel Tasman is popular for its easy hiking trail along the coast and kayaking, keep an eye out for New Zealand Fur Seals and Spotted Shags. It is also possible to go for walks in the surrounding forests to see birds like Kokako and Riflemen.