Kapiti Island

Kapiti Island, 5 km off the Paraparaumu coast, is one of the world's conservation treasures amd is dedicated to the conservation of New Zealand's indigenous flora and fauna. For more information, visit www.kapitiislandalive.co.nz

Gannet diving in Waiorua Bay, Kapiti island.

At this stage the gannet is using its wings to steer towards the moving prey. Closer to the sea, it takes the shape of an arrow.

Ref:

Gannet dive 0279

Date:

17/12/08

Location:

Waiorua Bay, Kapiti Island, New Zealand

Photographer:

Paul Knight