- Composition of Juncus sp. and gorse (Ulex europaeus). 2
- Some drainage has occurred. 2
- Waterfowl habitat value. 2
- Presence of Black Stilt/Kaki (Himantopus novaezelandiae). 56
- Part of the area includes QEII covenant 5/12/083.
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Lower Otokia Creek Marsh
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Lower Otakia Creek Marsh
Description: None available.
Type/Class: Marsh/Saltmarsh 2
Size: 3.0 ha.
Altitude: 0-20 m above sea level.
Approximate location: Northwest of the intersection of McIntosh Road and Sea View Road, Brighton. NZTM (centre point): E1392670 N4908530
Regional Plan: Water for Otago. Schedule 9 Regionally Significant Wetland, no.89, Map F54.
Territorial Authority: Dunedin City Council.
Interactive map of Lower Otokia Creek Marsh
| Value | Description |
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| A5 | Scarce in Otago in terms of its ecological or physical character. Less than 15% of marshes remain in Otago. 2 |
| A1-A4, A6-A9 | No relevant information is currently held by the ORC. |
References:
2. Ausseil, A.G., Newsome, P., Johnson, P, (2008) Wetland Mapping in the Otago Region. Landcare Research Contract Report prepared for the Otago Regional Council.
56. Black Stilt at Kaikorai Estuary and Brighton Lagoon, In: The Ornithological Society of NZ - Otago Region Newsletter. No. 6, 2006.
