Visitors cross the lower dam on a raised boardwalk. : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary

Zealandia was the first site to establish a wild population of tuatara on the mainland. ... : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary

A pair of takahe, Nio and Orbell, relocated to Zealandia for their retirement following a successful breeding life, produced yet ... : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary

In 2002 Zealandia ... : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary

A pied shag with young on the lower dam with a view of the historic water tower ... : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary

Who’s the pretty poser? North Island robin/ ... : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary

Little shags began nesting at Zealandia in 2003. Numbers roosting at the sanctuary fluctuate seasonally, with up to 70 birds counted during winter, and fewer than 10 in February when nesting is over and fledglings have become independent. : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary

Kaka had effectively been extinct in Wellington since the early 20th century, until a small number were transferred Zealandia in 2002. Fourteen captive-bred kaka were transferred from zoos between 2002 and 2007. : Native species thrive in Wellington sanctuary