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Scarlet Swallowtail.

Swallowtail butterflies are large, colorful butterflies in the family Papilionidae, and include over 550 species.Though the majority are tropical, members of the family inhabit every continent except Antarctica. The family includes the largest butterflies in the world, the birdwing butterflies of the genus Ornithoptera. Swallowtail butterflies are large, colorful butterflies in the family Papilionidae, and include over 550 species.Though the majority are tropical, members of the family inhabit every continent except Antarctica. The family includes the largest butterflies in the world, the birdwing butterflies of the genus Ornithoptera

Shaggy parasol.

The shaggy parasol is a large and conspicuous agaric, with thick brown scales and protuberances on its fleshy white cap. The gills and spore print are both white in colour. Its stipe is slender, but bulbous at the base, is coloured uniformly and bears no patterns. It is fleshy, and a reddish, or maroon discoloration occurs and a pungent odour is evolved when it is cut. The egg-shaped caps become wider and flatter as they mature. The shaggy parasol is a large and conspicuous agaric, with thick brown scales and protuberances on its fleshy white cap. The gills and spore print are both white in colour. Its stipe is slender, but bulbous at the base, is coloured uniformly and bears no patterns. It is fleshy, and a reddish, or maroon discoloration occurs and a pungent odour is evolved when it is cut. The egg-shaped caps become wider and flatter as they mature.

Dermocybe canaria.&x28;Canary Webcap&x29

Dermocybe canaria, "Canary Webcap"is a rare, brightly coloured species found in SE Australia and NZ, mycorrhizal with eucalypts. Cap and stem are bright yellow, cap to 80 mm, convex, umbonate, Stem often has a bulbous base, and veil remnants in a fugitive, fibrillose ring. Spore print yellowish rusty brown. Dermocybe canaria, "Canary Webcap"is a rare, brightly coloured species found in SE Australia and NZ, mycorrhizal with eucalypts. Cap and stem are bright yellow, cap to 80 mm, convex, umbonate, Stem often has a bulbous base, and veil remnants in a fugitive, fibrillose ring. Spore print yellowish rusty brown.

Southern NZ Fur Seal.

Kekeno â€“ New Zealand fur seal â€“ Arctocephalus forsteri New Zealand fur seal The most common seal on the New Zealand mainland is the New Zealand fur seal which breeds around the South Island and as far north as the Coromandel Peninsula on the North Island with males occasionally found north of Auckland. Fur seals were hunted by both Maori and Europeans and were close to extinction by the mid-1800s. After protection in the 1890s, the population has recovered well and is likely to be in excess of 50 000 and increasing as they continue to spread north. Fur seals are a grey to dark brown colour with adult males much larger (up to 2.5m, 180kg) than females (up to 1.5m, 70kg). Fur seals in New Zealand prefer rocky shores but as with all eared seals are able to move quite quickly on land. At sea they mainly use the front flippers and will often porpoise out of the water when moving quickly. They feed on squid, octopus and a variety of fish. Kekeno â€“ New Zealand fur seal â€“ Arctocephalus forsteri New Zealand fur seal The most common seal on the New Zealand mainland is the New Zealand fur seal which breeds around the South Island and as far north as the Coromandel Peninsula on the North Island with males occasionally found north of Auckland. Fur seals were hunted by both Maori and Europeans and were close to extinction by the mid-1800s. After protection in the 1890s, the population has recovered well and is likely to be in excess of 50 000 and increasing as they continue to spread north. Fur seals are a grey to dark brown colour with adult males much larger (up to 2.5m, 180kg) than females (up to 1.5m, 70kg). Fur seals in New Zealand prefer rocky shores but as with all eared seals are able to move quite quickly on land. At sea they mainly use the front flippers and will often porpoise out of the water when moving quickly. They feed on squid, octopus and a variety of fish.

Southern NZ Fur seal pups.

(Arctocephalus forsteri) Population: about 200,000. Threat status: least concern (population trend: increasing). Found on: rocky shores throughout mainland New Zealand, the Chatham Islands, and the Subantarctic islands, as well as parts of Australia. Features Fur seals and sea lions are distinguished from other seals by their external ear flaps and hind flippers which rotate forward, allowing them to move quickly on land. New Zealand fur seals can be distinguished from sea lions by their pointy nose and smaller size. In New Zealand, fur seals also tend to be found on Rocky shorelines, whereas sea lions prefer sandy beaches. (Arctocephalus forsteri) Population: about 200,000. Threat status: least concern (population trend: increasing). Found on: rocky shores throughout mainland New Zealand, the Chatham Islands, and the Subantarctic islands, as well as parts of Australia. Features Fur seals and sea lions are distinguished from other seals by their external ear flaps and hind flippers which rotate forward, allowing them to move quickly on land. New Zealand fur seals can be distinguished from sea lions by their pointy nose and smaller size. In New Zealand, fur seals also tend to be found on Rocky shorelines, whereas sea lions prefer sandy beaches.

Gymnopilus junonius

Gymnopilus junonius is a species of mushroom in the family Cortinariaceae. Commonly known as Laughing Gym, Laughing Cap, Laughing Jim, or the Spectacular Rustgill, this large orange mushroom is typically found growing on tree stumps, logs, or tree bases.

Fantail. &x28;Rhipidura fuliginosa&x29

Fantails belong to a group of small insect eating birds found in Africa, southern Asia and Australasia belonging to the family Monarchidae. Most of the species are about 15 to 18 cm long and very adept at catching insects on the wing. Fantails belong to a group of small insect eating birds found in Africa, southern Asia and Australasia belonging to the family Monarchidae. Most of the species are about 15 to 18 cm long and very adept at catching insects on the wing.

Blechnum novae-zelandiae,&x28;palm-leaf fern &x29

Blechnum novae-zelandiae, commonly known as palm-leaf fern or kiokio, is a species of fern found in New Zealand. It can often be found growing in clay soil on embankments and roadsides. B. novae-zelandiae has long fronds that grow up to 2 metres long by 50 cm wide. They are pink when new and as they age they turn green and darken. Blechnum novae-zelandiae, commonly known as palm-leaf fern or kiokio, is a species of fern found in New Zealand. It can often be found growing in clay soil on embankments and roadsides. B. novae-zelandiae has long fronds that grow up to 2 metres long by 50 cm wide. They are pink when new and as they age they turn green and darken

The Moeraki Boulders NZ

The Moeraki Boulders are geological marvels, exposed by erosion of sedimentary rocks laid down from 65 to 13 million years ago. They are formed by the gradual precipitation of calcite in mudstone over 4 million years. These spherical concretions are internationally significant for their scientific value and are a popular tourist attraction. The Moeraki Boulders are geological marvels, exposed by erosion of sedimentary rocks laid down from 65 to 13 million years ago. They are formed by the gradual precipitation of calcite in mudstone over 4 million years. These spherical concretions are internationally significant for their scientific value and are a popular tourist attraction.

Spirit of Canterbury. Port Lyttleton. NZ

Container ship The ship SPIRIT OF CANTERBURY (IMO: 9319557, MMSI: 512423000) is a Container ship registered in New Zealand. The vessel SPIRIT OF CANTERBURY has a deadweight of 9910 tonnes and was built in 2005. The gross tonnage is 13760. General vessel information Flag: New Zealand Length: 148 m x 24 m IMO: 9319557 Draught (min/avg/max): 4.4 m / 7.5 m / 10.6 m MMSI: 512423000 Speed (avg./max): 11.7 kn 20.2 kn Callsign: ZMCT Year Built: 2005 Gross Tonnage: 13760 Deadweight: 9910 tons. Container ship The ship SPIRIT OF CANTERBURY (IMO: 9319557, MMSI: 512423000) is a Container ship registered in New Zealand. The vessel SPIRIT OF CANTERBURY has a deadweight of 9910 tonnes and was built in 2005. The gross tonnage is 13760. General vessel information Flag: New Zealand Length: 148 m x 24 m IMO: 9319557 Draught (min/avg/max): 4.4 m / 7.5 m / 10.6 m MMSI: 512423000 Speed (avg./max): 11.7 kn 20.2 kn Callsign: ZMCT Year Built: 2005 Gross Tonnage: 13760 Deadweight: 9910 tons

Orange Ruby. Dahlia

Dahlia plants are amazing, another example of horticultural magic. The dinner plate types can grow a full metre high in just a few months while producing blooms almost 30 cm across. Underground, the same thing is happening. Should you decide to dig up your dahlia tubers at the end of the season, you'll be impressed with what's been happing under the soil surface. Dahlia plants are amazing, another example of horticultural magic. The dinner plate types can grow a full metre high in just a few months while producing blooms almost 30 cm across. Underground, the same thing is happening. Should you decide to dig up your dahlia tubers at the end of the season, you'll be impressed with what's been happing under the soil surface.

Physarum polycephalum. &x28;Slime mound&x29

Physarum polycephalum, literally the "many-headed slime", is a slime mold that inhabits shady, cool, moist areas, such as decaying leaves and logs. Like slime molds in general, it is sensitive to light; in particular, light can repel the slime mold and be a factor in triggering spore growth. Physarum polycephalum, literally the "many-headed slime", is a slime mold that inhabits shady, cool, moist areas, such as decaying leaves and logs. Like slime molds in general, it is sensitive to light; in particular, light can repel the slime mold and be a factor in triggering spore growth.

Moeraki Boulders. Otago. NZ.

At Moeraki, 40 kilometres south of Oamaru, huge spherical boulders are scattered along the beach. Others can be seen emerging from the sandstone cliffs. Each boulder weighs several tonnes and is up to two metres high.According to Maori legend, the boulders are gourds washed ashore from the great voyaging canoe Araiteuru when it was wrecked upon landfall in New Zealand hundreds of years ago.Scientists explain the boulders as calcite concretions formed about 65 million years ago. Crystallization of calcium and carbonates around charged particles gradually formed the boulders in a pearl-like process that took as long as four million years. The soft mudstone containing the boulders was raised from the seabed around 15 million years ago; waves, wind and rain are excavating them one by one. At Moeraki, 40 kilometres south of Oamaru, huge spherical boulders are scattered along the beach. Others can be seen emerging from the sandstone cliffs. Each boulder weighs several tonnes and is up to two metres high.According to Maori legend, the boulders are gourds washed ashore from the great voyaging canoe Araiteuru when it was wrecked upon landfall in New Zealand hundreds of years ago.Scientists explain the boulders as calcite concretions formed about 65 million years ago. Crystallization of calcium and carbonates around charged particles gradually formed the boulders in a pearl-like process that took as long as four million years. The soft mudstone containing the boulders was raised from the seabed around 15 million years ago; waves, wind and rain are excavating them one by one.

Panaeolus sphinctrinus.

FAMILY: Coprinaceae GENUS: Panaeolus SPECIES: Sphinctrinus COMMON NAMES: Ink Caps, Hoop-Petticoat, Petticoat Mottlegill, Warai-take (Japanese, â€˜laughing mushroomâ€™), Hsiao Châ€™un (Chinese, â€˜laughing mushroomâ€™) Panaeolus sphinctrinus features a cap of 1-5 cm across that is conical or bell shaped. It is dark grey to nearly black when moist, and pale grey with a dark ochre center when dry. The stem is 60-120 mm x 2-3 mm and is gray, growing paler at the top. White partial veil fragments may be seen below the margin when the plant is young. The flesh is very thin. The spore print is black and the spores are elliptical and smooth. FAMILY: Coprinaceae GENUS: Panaeolus SPECIES: Sphinctrinus COMMON NAMES: Ink Caps, Hoop-Petticoat, Petticoat Mottlegill, Warai-take (Japanese, â€˜laughing mushroomâ€™), Hsiao Châ€™un (Chinese, â€˜laughing mushroomâ€™) Panaeolus sphinctrinus features a cap of 1-5 cm across that is conical or bell shaped. It is dark grey to nearly black when moist, and pale grey with a dark ochre center when dry. The stem is 60-120 mm x 2-3 mm and is gray, growing paler at the top. White partial veil fragments may be seen below the margin when the plant is young. The flesh is very thin. The spore print is black and the spores are elliptical and smooth

Riding the Canyon...The Shotover Jet.

Hold on tight for the thrill ride of a lifetime The world-famous Queenstown jet boat ride, Shotover Jet is the ultimate in water sports excitement, and has been thrilling millions of people since hitting the crystal clear waters of New Zealand in 1965. So hold on tight and take a spin in the iconic Big Red. Marvel as the jaw-dropping scenery passes you by while you power your way through the narrow Shotover River Canyons. Hold on tight for the thrill ride of a lifetime The world-famous Queenstown jet boat ride, Shotover Jet is the ultimate in water sports excitement, and has been thrilling millions of people since hitting the crystal clear waters of New Zealand in 1965. So hold on tight and take a spin in the iconic Big Red. Marvel as the jaw-dropping scenery passes you by while you power your way through the narrow Shotover River Canyons.

1973 Mack R685RST

Christchurch truck show. The Mack R Model was a Class 8 heavy-duty truck first introduced in the early 1960s by Mack Trucks, to replace the very successful Mack B Model.[1] Its production ran for 40 years until the RD model was discontinued in 2002 and the RB and DM models were discontinued in 2005. The first R models introduced were powered by Mack Thermodyne diesel and gasoline engines. In 1973 the R cab was given a makeover to include a deeper rear wall for more room and a new dashboard design. Christchurch truck show. The Mack R Model was a Class 8 heavy-duty truck first introduced in the early 1960s by Mack Trucks, to replace the very successful Mack B Model.[1] Its production ran for 40 years until the RD model was discontinued in 2002 and the RB and DM models were discontinued in 2005. The first R models introduced were powered by Mack Thermodyne diesel and gasoline engines. In 1973 the R cab was given a makeover to include a deeper rear wall for more room and a new dashboard design.

The wharf Akaroa.NZ.

The small seaside township of Akaroa simply oozes charm. Nods to its history as a French settlement are everywhere, with pretty French-named streets, lined with historic cottages cloaked in roses. While away the hours browsing boutique shops and craft galleries, and stop for a pick-me-up of fine local food and wine at a cafÃ© or restaurant overlooking the shimmering waters of Akaroa Harbour. Relaxation doesnâ€™t get much better than this!. The small seaside township of Akaroa simply oozes charm. Nods to its history as a French settlement are everywhere, with pretty French-named streets, lined with historic cottages cloaked in roses. While away the hours browsing boutique shops and craft galleries, and stop for a pick-me-up of fine local food and wine at a cafÃ© or restaurant overlooking the shimmering waters of Akaroa Harbour. Relaxation doesnâ€™t get much better than this!

Dawn. Milford Sound NZ

Milford Sound (MÄori: Piopiotahi) is a fiord in the south west of New Zealand's South Island, within Fiordland National Park, Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) Marine Reserve, and the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage site. It has been judged the world's top travel destination in an international survey (the 2008 Travelers' Choice Destinations Awards by TripAdvisor) and is acclaimed as New Zealand's most famous tourist destination. Rudyard Kipling had previously called it the eighth Wonder of the World. Milford Sound (MÄori: Piopiotahi) is a fiord in the south west of New Zealand's South Island, within Fiordland National Park, Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) Marine Reserve, and the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage site. It has been judged the world's top travel destination in an international survey (the 2008 Travelers' Choice Destinations Awards by TripAdvisor) and is acclaimed as New Zealand's most famous tourist destination. Rudyard Kipling had previously called it the eighth Wonder of the World.

&x22;The Tree&x22; Lake Wanaka. NZ

A hidden gem of New Zealand, the spectacular Lake Wanaka area is framed by the South Islandâ€™s dazzling Southern Alps. On the doorstep of Mount Aspiring National Park, a World Heritage Site, the daily schedule includes exploring alpine-laced peaks, roaring waterfalls, immense glaciers and lush rain forests. Retire to hip villages whose eclectic and friendly locals are eager to share their favorite tips with visitors. Be sure to inquire about the location of the famed (and very photogenic) Lone Tree of Lake Wanaka. A hidden gem of New Zealand, the spectacular Lake Wanaka area is framed by the South Islandâ€™s dazzling Southern Alps. On the doorstep of Mount Aspiring National Park, a World Heritage Site, the daily schedule includes exploring alpine-laced peaks, roaring waterfalls, immense glaciers and lush rain forests. Retire to hip villages whose eclectic and friendly locals are eager to share their favorite tips with visitors. Be sure to inquire about the location of the famed (and very photogenic) Lone Tree of Lake Wanaka.

Queenstown Bay.Lake Wakatipu. NZ

Queenstown (MÄori: TÄhuna) is a resort town in Otago in the south-west of New Zealand's South Island. It is built around an inlet called Queenstown Bay on Lake Wakatipu, a long thin Z-shaped lake formed by glacial processes, and has spectacular views of nearby mountains such as The Remarkables, Cecil Peak,and Walter Peak. Queenstown (MÄori: TÄhuna) is a resort town in Otago in the south-west of New Zealand's South Island. It is built around an inlet called Queenstown Bay on Lake Wakatipu, a long thin Z-shaped lake formed by glacial processes, and has spectacular views of nearby mountains such as The Remarkables, Cecil Peak,and Walter Peak.

Last Light Cecil Peak. Otago NZ

Cecil Peak is a mountain in the Wakatipu Basin, New Zealand and reaches a height of 1,978 metres. It is on the south side of Lake Wakatipu, south south-west of Queenstown and is highly prominent from around this area. Cecil Peak is a mountain in the Wakatipu Basin, New Zealand and reaches a height of 1,978 metres. It is on the south side of Lake Wakatipu, south south-west of Queenstown and is highly prominent from around this area.

New Brighton Pier. Christchurch NZ.

New Brighton Pier The New Brighton Pier is held as the icon of New Brighton and later the icon of Christchurch after the February 22nd earthquake which destroyed Christchurch's Cathedral. The pier is one of Christchurch's main tourist attractions. It was officially opened on 1 November 1997, and cost 4 million dollars to build (half of which was from private donations). Spanning 300 meters long, it is the longest pier in the Australasia.[citation needed] Currently the New Brighton Pier is the venue of a number of events, such as regular skate on the Pier events and the annual Guy Fawkes fireworks display held on November 5 every year. New Brighton Pier The New Brighton Pier is held as the icon of New Brighton and later the icon of Christchurch after the February 22nd earthquake which destroyed Christchurch's Cathedral. The pier is one of Christchurch's main tourist attractions. It was officially opened on 1 November 1997, and cost 4 million dollars to build (half of which was from private donations). Spanning 300 meters long, it is the longest pier in the Australasia.[citation needed] Currently the New Brighton Pier is the venue of a number of events, such as regular skate on the Pier events and the annual Guy Fawkes fireworks display held on November 5 every year.

Urban Art Christchurch.

Street artists from all over the world have created new colourful work on walls in Christchurch's city centre, attracting thousands of people. Street artists from all over the world have created new colourful work on walls in Christchurch's city centre, attracting thousands of people.

Behind the brick wall.

This is an other wall that is one of several in the central city of Christchurch being tackled by spray-can and paint roller weilding street artists as part of the RISE stret art festival. This is an other wall that is one of several in the central city of Christchurch being tackled by spray-can and paint roller weilding street artists as part of the RISE stret art festival.

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