Nugget Point
Facts and practical information
Nugget Point is one of the most iconic landforms on the Otago coast. Located at the northern end of the Catlins coast, along the road from Kaka Point, this steep headland has a lighthouse at its tip, surrounded by rocky islets. The point is home to many seabirds, including penguins, gannets and royal spoonbills, and a large breeding colony of fur seals. Roaring Bay, on the south coast of the tip of Nugget Point, is home to a small colony of yellow-eyed penguins. ()
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Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
Hector's dolphin
Hector's dolphin is one of four dolphin species belonging to the genus Cephalorhynchus. Hector's dolphin is the only cetacean endemic to New Zealand, and comprises two subspecies: C. h...
Mammals
New Zealand sea lion
The New Zealand sea lion, also known as Hooker's sea lion, and whakahao in Māori, is a species of sea lion that primarily breeds on New Zealand's subantarctic Auckland and Campbell islands...
Mammals
Killer whale
The orca or killer whale is a toothed whale belonging to the oceanic dolphin family, of which it is the largest member. Killer whales have a diverse diet, although individual populations...
Mammals
Humpback whale
The humpback whale is a species of baleen whale. It is one of the larger rorqual species, with adults ranging in length from 12-16 m and weighing around 25-30 metric tons.
Mammals
Yellow-eyed penguin
The yellow-eyed penguin, known also as hoiho or tarakaka, is a species of penguin endemic to New Zealand. Previously thought closely related to the little penguin, molecular research has...
Birds
Nugget Point – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Nugget Point Lighthouse.
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