What does the name Otamahua mean? Where does the name come from?
Quail island got its name from the captain mein smith who saw native quail
Where did the name quail island come from?
Captain mein smith who saw native quail
How big is the island?
80 hectors
How was the island created?
Volcano eruption
What wildlife is present on the island - native/introduced.
Birds, crabs, penguin, insects
Mahinga kai food gathering was an important activity for maori. What food did they gather from Otamahua?
How have introduced species (animals/birds/insects) Damaged the environment.
Rabbits eat the seed that birds drop.
What rules DOC need to help protect Otamahua
Dont litter, don't hurt any animals, keep the island healthy