Full Image Gallery at the bottom of the page. The Shining Cuckoo: A Guide to Spotting this Elusive Bird in Tauranga The Shining Cuckoo (Pipiwharauroa) is one of New Zealand’s most fascinating and elusive bird species. Renowned for its iridescent green and bronze plumage, which glistens in the sunlight, this small cuckoo captivates birdwatchers and […]
Full Image Gallery at the bottom of page. The White Heron in Tauranga: A Guide to Sightings, Habitat, and Conservation Tauranga, known for its lush landscapes and diverse ecosystems, provides a habitat for a wide range of bird species, including the elegant White Heron. Known as the kōtuku in Māori, the White Heron (Ardea modesta) […]