Meet the Residents

Meet the Residents

Meet the Residents

LIFE ABOUNDS AT THE OPERA

The OPERA is home to numerous species of plants and animals. Checkback often to see additional profiles on residents and learn more about the incredible life with which we share our world.

Bellbird / Korimako

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Bellbird / Korimako

Cabbage tree / Tī Kōuka

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Cabbage tree / Tī Kōuka

Fantail Bird / Pīwakawaka

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Fantail Bird / Pīwakawaka

Little Penguin / Kororā

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Little Penguin / Kororā

New Zealand Fur Seal / Kekeno

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New Zealand Fur Seal / Kekeno

New Zealand Sea Lion / Pakake / Whakahao

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New Zealand Sea Lion / Pakake / Whakahao

Pied Stilt / Poaka

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Pied Stilt / Poaka

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Pūkeko Bird

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Stick Insect

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Tūī Bird

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Wētā

Yellow Eyed Penguin / Hoiho

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Yellow Eyed Penguin / Hoiho

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