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For a relatively small island nation, New Zealand has extremely diverse landscapes, environments, and ecosystems. Historically, New Zealand’s great environmental challenge has been human intervention. Both the Maori and European settlers have caused initial harm to the islands. Over time, the people and government have taken great strides to protect the native land, animals, and plants. Today, tourism continues to challenge New Zealand’s natural habitats, yet strong conservation efforts continue to keep the remarkable landscapes in their purest form possible.
Learn more about the New Zealand environment: Flora and Fauna The Great Walks Land Use Conservation Volunteer Project Top 5 New Zealand Landscapes |