Pest Free Ahuahu- Great Mercury Island

Ahuahu – Great Mercury Island is on the eastern side of the Coromandel Peninsula. It is a critical site for conservation and has significant cultural and archaeological importance. In 2014 a successful rat and cat eradication occurred on the island making it pest-free. We greatly appreciate your efforts in helping us keep Ahuahu- Great Mercury Island the sanctuary it is, regenerating forest and wildlife.

Thanks for being part of the effort to keep the Island Pest Free.

Visitor Requirements

Find out about our biosecurity requirements and other guidelines if you are visiting the island. You can also help us by sharing your plans to visit

About Ahuahu- Great Mercury Island

Find out more about the island and its history

Get Involved

Find out how you can get involved in keeping Ahuahu- Great Mercury Island pest free and thriving

An International Dark Sky Sanctuary in the making

We are on a mission to secure the prestigious designation of International Dark Sky Sanctuary, recognising Ahuahu's commitment to preserving and celebrating the untouched wonders of our night sky.

Gallery

Learn about the different species on the island and view other images

Contact

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Image credit in order: Jamie Reyneke Barnard, Ellen Rykers, Elske Reyneke-Barnard, Theo Van Noort, Lana Young, Theo Van Noort, Pete Corson