One of the tracks to the river mouth takes you through a sea of golden rushes.

I visited at low tide, just after dawn, and the area was a vast mudflat where birds were feeding. 🐦

NZ dotterel.
Shag.
White-faced heron.

@Miraz I love the Shag. They look so regal

@Miraz wonderful set of photos

@rpmik 👍

@kaa Thank you. It’s been a while since I went out with my camera.

@Miraz I feel so fortunate to be able to follow you and experience in some way your life in New Zealand. Great photos today!

@antonzuiker Thanks Anton! 😍

@Miraz These are so beautiful!