Wharariki Ecosanctuary, Wildlife sanctuary in Puponga, New Zealand
The Wharariki Ecosanctuary spans 2.5 hectares of coastal headland, protected by a predator-proof fence along the Wharariki coastline within Puponga Farm Park.
The Department of Conservation, HealthPost, and Manawhenua ki Mohua established this conservation project in January 2020 to protect local wildlife from Wharariki Beach to Farewell Spit.
The sanctuary operates through partnerships between government agencies, local iwi representatives, and environmental organizations to maintain traditional land stewardship practices.
Visitors can access the sanctuary through designated walking tracks, while guided tours provide information about conservation efforts and native species protection programs.
The sanctuary has successfully relocated 198 fluttering shearwater chicks from Long Island since 2022, creating new breeding colonies within the protected environment.
Location: Tasman District
Inception: January 2020
Founders: Department of Conservation, HealthPost, Manawhenua ki Mōhua
Official opening: January 2020
GPS coordinates: -40.49920,172.69560
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:26
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