Oar-some find: deep sea creature washes up on Dunedin beach
A marine biologist was relaxing on a Dunedin beach, when she noticed a beachgoer investigating something in the shallows – which turned out to be a giant from the deep.
Dr Bridie Allan, of the University of Otagot, went to investigate the mysterious discovery by Isaac Williams on Monday afternoon and instantly recognised the species.
“As soon as I saw it I knew it was an oarfish.”
Oarfish, a serpent-like sea creature so named because they resemble a boat’s oar, are normally found in deep water, diving more than 900 metres, and sightings are uncommon. Continue reading here.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.5% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.9% Hmm, maybe?
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10.6% Yes!
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How many balls of string does it take to reach the moon?
(Peter from Carterton kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Peter!)
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Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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