The Kakapo is the world's only flightless parrot, one of only two nocturnal parrots and, despite claims that the hyacinth macaw is the world's biggest, is considerably heavier than other parrots. (53.80K)

Sea anemones may occupy the zone just below the low salinity layer in Fiordland. (35.08K)

Mitre Peak is usually shown reflected in the waters of Milford Sound. This unusual view encompasses some of the very limited Fiordland sand bottom habitat. (53.90K)

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