Why the sand at two Dunedin bays has turned red
A rapid influx of washed up krill on our coasts is providing an unusual but welcome sight for beach goers.
The gregarious squat lobster, otherwise known as munida gregaria, is commonly found in shallow waters along the eastern coast of New Zealand's South Island. They drift over shallow tides and settle on beaches when they sense the bottom. Once the tide moves out, the krill are exposed and often look like red sand or water on the beach shoreline.
The swarms have been abundant recently in Otago, where large gatherings have been seen in Broad Bay and Edwards Bay in Portobello, near Dunedin. Read more here.
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!
Carols @ Carisbrook School Hall - Christmas Eve, 7pm
Carols @ Carisbrook
Christmas Eve 7pm
Christmas - Then & Now - From Bethlehem to Dunedin
Family Friendly - All Welcome
Supper provided
Carisbrook School Hall - Cr Surrey St & South Rd
Arranged by Caversham Baptist Church ph 4558566
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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73.5% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.3% Hmm, maybe?
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10.2% Yes!
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