In the southern portion of the Richmond Range, which stands between Nelson and Marlborough provinces is an area known as the Red Hills, a large zone of ultramafic rock contained within the Motueka River headwaters. This rock type is extremely high in mineral content, particularly iron, copper, and chrome, making it difficult for vegetation to […]
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