Five intriguing walks that explore unique wetland ecosystems.
Wetlands serve a vitally important role as natural ecosystems. They harbour a rich diversity of native plants and animals, filter water and act as sponges which can buffer flooding. Māori valued wetlands as hunting grounds, and as a source of fibre from the ever-versatile flax. However, ‘swamps’ (the derogatory name for a wetland) proved difficult […]
