Atmospheric analysis

There are two species of kōura or freshwater crayfish in Aotearoa.

We have prepared a breakdown of the different guidelines that are available for sampling freshwater fisheries. The overview provides links to key documents that explain what should be considered when designing fish monitoring studies and how to implement the various sampling techniques.

An interactive guide to the sponges of New Zealand.

This identification guide covers the common crustose coralline algae found in central New Zealand.

NIWA is a major sponsor of the Auckland, Manukau City, North Harbour, Waikato, Wellington, Canterbury and Bay of Plenty – Science & Technology Fairs.

Scott Base, Antarctica Antarctica is the coldest, windiest and driest continent. Scott Base is New Zealand's permanent Antarctic base. Sited on the coast, temperatures, although very low, are higher than those recorded inland. Average Rainfall and Temperature Scott Base
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Damming water for urban use, hydro-electric power generation, irrigation, and other industrial and commercial uses.

Defining drought and identifying its causes and impacts on humans.

Southland is both the most southerly and most westerly part of New Zealand and generally is the first to be influenced by weather systems moving onto the country from the west or south.

If you're moving to join us here at NIWA, we want to say thanks for choosing us by helping you with your big move.

NIWA maintains the national climate database for New Zealand, and can supply data in a variety of ways.