New Zealand - one of the countries where it is possible to meet some exotic animals and birds in the natural environment. It should be noted that New Zealand has no predators. Thus, one may not fear to roam the forests and beaches, of course, where the land is not privately owned and is not fenced. A proper respect should be given to New Zealanders, the access to virtually all interesting places is open.
Only in the New Zealand can be found the kiwi bird - the smallest of ostrich family. New Zealand is the only country where the biggest species of albatross lives - royal albatross with a wingspan of more than 3,5 m. 5 species of penguins can also be found only in this country. And of course the lizard tuatara - a unique specimen, preserved to our time since the reign of the dinosaurs.
Penguins are very timid animals and to see them closely enough for photographing distance is very difficult. On the Otago Peninsula there is a special place with a network of tunnels, laid under the ground and a large number of viewing platforms from which it is easy to observe the life of penguins. However, this joy costs 25 NZ dollars per person, and therefore it is better to try to meet the penguins in their natural environment of wild beaches. After lunch, the penguins go out from the sea, and early in the morning, just after sunrise, they go to swim. To go for the "hunting", more correctly in "photohunting" is better in the morning. Morning colors contribute to the good perception of wildlife. The camera without a good zoom in this case is a useless toy. But among the rocks you can find plenty of fur seals at arm's length. They are absolutely not afraid of the man. The main thing is not to feel them inder the foot because they may bite you. Less common are sea lions. Despite their size (and they are very large), they move quickly, so be careful, though, and quite friendly.
Only in the New Zealand can be found the kiwi bird - the smallest of ostrich family. New Zealand is the only country where the biggest species of albatross lives - royal albatross with a wingspan of more than 3,5 m. 5 species of penguins can also be found only in this country. And of course the lizard tuatara - a unique specimen, preserved to our time since the reign of the dinosaurs.
Penguins are very timid animals and to see them closely enough for photographing distance is very difficult. On the Otago Peninsula there is a special place with a network of tunnels, laid under the ground and a large number of viewing platforms from which it is easy to observe the life of penguins. However, this joy costs 25 NZ dollars per person, and therefore it is better to try to meet the penguins in their natural environment of wild beaches. After lunch, the penguins go out from the sea, and early in the morning, just after sunrise, they go to swim. To go for the "hunting", more correctly in "photohunting" is better in the morning. Morning colors contribute to the good perception of wildlife. The camera without a good zoom in this case is a useless toy. But among the rocks you can find plenty of fur seals at arm's length. They are absolutely not afraid of the man. The main thing is not to feel them inder the foot because they may bite you. Less common are sea lions. Despite their size (and they are very large), they move quickly, so be careful, though, and quite friendly.
it can be said that New Zealand provides a unique opportunity for real contact with nature, untouched by man. Above all, be careful using this opportunity, and do not harm the inhabitants of this strange animal life.
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