On the seabed off eastern Waiheke Island and in the Mahurangi Harbour, thriving fish nurseries are slowly being cultivated through the establishment of green-lipped mussel, or kuku, beds.
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We often talk about the incredible diversity of species found within the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park/Ko te Pātaka kai o Tīkapa Moana, without mentioning the equally varied marine habitats that support their life. For World Oceans Day we take a look at the biogenic habitats of our marine park that influence the overall mauri/ life force of this special place.
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Climate change effects are considered the top threats to marine ecosystems according to a 2012 study. These effects will disrupt ocean currents, food webs, species distribution, and intertidal habitats.
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