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Because of its extensive coastline and many inshore
and offshore islands, as well as its well developed logistics, it
is possible for the interested observer to see more seabirds here
than in any other country.
Three-quarters of the world's albatrosses, penguins,
petrels and half the shearwaters and shags are to be found here
along with numerous representatives of a number of other groups
and, in addition, a good proportion of these can be viewed without
going far offshore.
New Zealand is reasonably easy for the seabird
enthusiast to get around with a well developed transport and tourist
infrastructure. In addition there a growing number of ecotourism
operators including several that are specifically designed for the
seabird enthusiast operating out of North, South and Stewart island
ports.
History and human impact
Current conservation status, dwelling areas and
refuges
Checklist
of all seabirds likely to be encountered in New Zealand waters:
endemic, breeding, visitors and vagrants.
Locality
lists of New Zealand seabirds: the main areas and seabirds most
likely to be encountered there.
Map
of seabird areas, places to visit and other significant localities.
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