Oamaru, on the west coast of the South Island, is famous for the colonies of Blue penguins and Yellow-eyed penguins. There was an incredible variety of inland birds in the local park too. The highlight, of course, was a late evening we spent trying to spot blue penguins returning from the sea after a day of fishing. They seem to have no problem nesting in urban areas and you could spot them crossing roads and taking shelter under sheds.
Friday, 18th November, 2016