Animals

Animals are a big part of Waiheke. Protected marine life, birds and geckos are the main attention. Waiheke also has domestic pets, farm animals and service dogs.

Stoats, rabbits and rats are problem pests on Waiheke. That are actively being targeted for elimination.

Fantail

Fantail

The Fantail is a well known NZ bird due to its distinctive fanned tail. Locations found on Waiheke are any well-treed parks, bush walks and even properties.

NZ Dotterel

NZ Dotterel

The New Zealand Dotterel is a shorebird which breeds on beaches in NZ’s North Island. Locations found on Waiheke are Whakanewha, Anzac Bay and Blackpool.

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