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The island is a nature reserve managed to be a collaboration between the Department of Conservation (Department of Conservation) with a nonprofit organization that has more concern for conservation efforts, namely the Supporters of Tirititri Matangi (inc.). Tiritiri Matangi Island is located 30 km northeast of the city of Auckland and is just 4 km from the end of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula.
During the 120 years of land use on Tiritiri Matangi Island is designated as pertania land, the island has lost 94% of its territory covered with bushes. At that time, life birds on Tiritiri Matangi Island there are in poor condition because of existing forests cut down to clear land for agriculture and livestock.
Many species are forced to go out of home and habitat to find new food sources. Only species that are able to survive tough in this alarming habitat. Species include birds tui, fantail, Silvereye, gray warbler, bellbird, and spotless Crake.
In 1984 and 1994, the volunteers then take action to plant trees in the island area of 220 hectares. Approximately 300,000 trees planted by thousands of volunteers in the program. Today, 60% of Tirititi Matangi Island is back with lush trees.
Meanwhile, the remaining 40% is left intentionally planted with trees and left as pasture. This is done with the aim of providing an open habitat for the animals that are living in such habitats.
The main purpose of the tree planting program is pemliharaan on the island as a center for spreading the seeds collected from trees that survived. Pohutukawa trees are replanted.
The trees grow quickly and form a canopy of other plants that grow more slowly. The trees also protect the grass underneath. After the Pohutukawa tree grow big, then other types of trees planted.
In line with tree planting program, all predators removed from the island in mammals. Meanwhile, a number of birds and reptiles of various endangered species, successfully bred and rescued.
Tiritiri Matangi is open to the public, but there are some rules that must be obeyed by the visitors. The regulation was made in order to maintain the sustainability and survival of animals and plants in the area of the nature reserve.
The island is free of predators and pests, then make sure that you do not "take along" the bullies when entering Tiritiri Matangi Island. This regulation also cause you to not be able to bring along your pets, such as dogs and cats. Camping activity and made a bonfire also should not be done on the island.
If you are planning to visit this island, then make sure that you bring enough food. This is because there is no food sold on the island. You can only buy cold drinks that are sold in stores that exist on this island. You can also buy tea or coffee provided by the management foundations Tiritiri Matangi island.
Make sure also that you wear comfortable footwear, since you will be a lot of walking on this island. Adjust the clothes you wear and who you take it to the weather conditions. Do not forget to bring a towel, sunscreen, hats, and raincoats.
You can also bring your camera, if you do not want your beautiful moments on this island just be forgotten. If you want to see the birds that perch on the heights of trees, binoculars might be able to help you. Do not forget to bring it along.
On this island there is a shop and information center which is managed by the management foundations island. In the store sold a variety of unique souvenirs Tiritiri Matangi Island. Gains derived from the sale of souvenirs and then used for cost management on the island's conservation efforts.
When you get to the island of Tiritiri Matangi you will be met by a Department of Conservation ranger and a representative of management foundations island. You will get a briefing from the rangers. You have to wait until the complete briefing is given, even if you've been coming to this Pualu several times.
You can dissolve itself after briefing is complete is given if you do not take the tour with the forest guards. But if you take the tour, then you are with other visitors will be divided into groups, after briefing is completed.
Tour around the island starting from the island dock and ended up in the lighthouse tower. There are two paths available, the Wattle Track (short route) and Kawerau Track (route length). Wattle Track travel time between an hour to an hour and a half. While a longer path, the Kawerau Track can be reached within one and a half to two hours.
During a trip around the island, the guide will give explanation to the participants tour the bird species that exist, the sound of birds chirping sound, different kinds of trees are found, and important points that exist on this island. If you've ever visited the island of Tiritiri Matangi, then you should try to follow this tour.
As a nature reserve site, Tiritiri Matangi island has a variety of species of animals and plants that may have never met before. Birds in the nature reserve site is divided into four major groups based on their habitat.
Although the island is known for its birds, it does not mean there are no other types of animals that live and Tiri island beautified. Other animals on the island include fishing Tiri Banded Kokopu, dolphins, geckos, lizards copper, lizards Moko, copper butterflies, dragonflies Gosamer Damselfly, tuatara, WETA, and the yellow-spotted beetle chafer beetle.
If you decide to spend the night on Tiritiri Matangi, a bunkhouse accommodation available that has four rooms. Inside there is also a bunkhouse bathroom facilities with hot and cold water are always available. This site is also available in the cooking equipment, freezer, refrigerator, gas stove, and BBQ.
To be able to achieve Tiritiri Matangi Island, you can use the ferry which departs from Auckland and from Gulf Harbour Marina. To book since long ago, if you plan to visit Tiritiri Matangi Island at the height of the holiday season, which is between November to April.
Do not forget to always maintain the cleanliness and preservation of the environment, wherever you plan to vacation.
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