Quail Island Questions

What does the name Otamahua mean? A place were children collect sea eggs.

Where does the name come from? Quail Island.

Where does the name Quail Island come from? The bird (Quail)

How big is Quail Island? 81 ha in area, with a high point of 86m.

How was the island created?  A figure-like lava flow formed Quail Island from a big volcano.

What wildlife is present on the island? Birds, Rabbits, Lizards, Penguins

Mahinga kai, food gathering was an important activity for the Maori. What food did they gather from Otamahua? Quail Eggs, Fish, Shark


How have introduced species (animals/birds/insects) damaged the environment? The rabbit species built up and heavily impacted the native vegetation.

What rules has DOC created to help protect Otamahua?
No matches or cigarettes.
Be careful with bags on the island.
Take all your rubbish home.
Take care when walking.