- Included in the statutory acknowledgement for Te Tauraka Poti (Merton Tidal Arm). An area which was a major mahinga kai for kainga. The wetlands were a rich source of kai, including tuna (eels), black flounder (Rhombosolea retiaria), giant kokopu (Galaxias argenteus) and waterfowl, and were also particularly valued as a spawning ground for whitebait (Galaxias spp.). 19
- Ellison Saltmarsh is adjacent to the coastal marine area, which is covered by the Regional Plan: Coast for Otago.
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Ellison Saltmarsh
Description:
None available
Type/Class:
Saltmarsh '2'
Size:
8.1 ha.
Altitude:
0-20 m above sea level.
Approximate location:
South of the intersection of Coast Road and Merton Station Road, Karitane.
NZTM (centre point): E1416500 N4944800
Regional Plan: Water for Otago.
Schedule 9 Regionally Significant Wetland, no.40, Map F56
Territorial Authority:
Dunedin City Council.
Recorded Values:
Value |
Description |
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A5 |
Scarce in Otago in terms of its ecological or physical character. Less than 15% of marshes remain in Otago. '2' |
A1-A4, A6-A9 |
No relevant information is currently held by the ORC. |
Other Information:
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.
19. Otago Regional Council (2009) Regional Plan: Coast for Otago. Published by the Otago Regional Council, Dunedin.
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