- Composition of Carex sp. and willow (Salix sp.). 2
- Some drainage has occurred. 2
- Included in the Statutory Acknowledge for Te Tauraka Poti (Merton Tidal Arm). This was a major mahinga kai for kainga and pa located on the coast north of the Otago Peninsula. The wetlands were a rich source of kai, including tuna (eels), black flounder (Rhombosolea retiaria), giant kokopu (Galaxias argenteus) and waterfowl. The wetlands were particularly valued as a spawning ground for whitebait/inaka (Galaxias spp.). 19
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McGregor Swamp
Description: None available
Type/Class: Swamp 2
Size: 2.9 ha.
Altitude: 0-20 m above sea level.
Approximate location: West of the intersection of Beach Street and Stewart Street, Waikouaiti.
NZTM (centre point): E1418070 N4946590
Regional Plan: Water for Otago. Schedule 9 Regionally Significant Wetland, no.100, Map F56.
Territorial Authority: Dunedin City Council.
Interactive map of McGregor Swamp
| Value | Description |
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| A5 | Scarce in Otago in terms of its ecological or physical character. Less than 15% of swamps 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.
51. Otago Regional Council - Photo Archive.
