New Zealand’s Natural Wonders
New Zealand is the youngest country as it was the last major land mass discovered in the world. With this title comes some of the most pristine environments in the world.
Located on the South Island close to the Greymouth region are Fox & Franz Joseph Glaciers. Theses glaciers are two of the most accessible in the world and are breathtaking in there beauty. Due to its later discovery and location like Australia it has some very interesting and beautiful flora & Fauna on earth. Many flightless birds such as the Kiwi and the Kea have evolved due to the lack of ground dwelling predators. No snakes are found in New Zealand but it does have the heaviest insect in the world know as a “Weta”. Unfortunately New Zealand has suffered a large number of extinctions due to introduction of “feral” animals such as cats and the odd feral human.
Greenstone a type of Jade is found on the West Coast of the South Island close to the Greymouth region. This mineral also know as Pounamu to the Maoris was considered treasure. Expertly carved it was used as tools ornaments and weapons. This stone was often given as gifts and to seal agreements.
New Zealands beauty has been captured by Hollywood in Such films as “the Lion the Witch & the Wardrobe”, “The Piano” and most famously “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy. A Diverse land that is waiting to be explored.
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