• New Zealand Regions
      • Hawke's Bay
      • Bay of Plenty
      • Waikato
      • Whanganui
      • Manawatu
      • Northland
      • Auckland
      • Gisborne
      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
      • Southland
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      Hawke's Bay

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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      Bay of Plenty

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

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      Waikato

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      Whanganui

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

      Manawatu

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

      Northland

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

      Auckland

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

      Gisborne

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

      Taranaki

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

      The port city of New Plymouth is the area's cultural and commercial hub. Taranaki's economy is diverse and includes dairy, oil and gas. The region is the highest contributor or national GDP per capita. 

      Wellington

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      The Wellington Region covers Wellington city in the south, Upper and Lower Hutt valleys to the north-east, and Porirua to the north-west. The region takes its name from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city.

      Wellington is famous for its arts and culture scene and is also the centre of New Zealand's film industry.

      West Coast

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      The West Coast, or as some locals call it, the "Wild West", is a long thin region that runs down the South Island's west coast.

      The region has the lowest population in all of New Zealand. It is famous for its rugged natural scenery such as the Pancake Rocks, the Blue Pools of Haast, and the glaciers.

      The main industries in the region are dairy farming and mining. Tourism also plays an important role.

      Nelson – Tasman

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      Nelson Tasman is an extraordinary, vibrant region where art and businesses thrive together among a stunning natural landscape. With one in five people internationally born, Nelson Tasman has 48 different cultures living in its environs.

      The region prides its self on being New Zealand’s leading Research and Development areas, with the highest proportion of people working in the research, science and tech sectors out of anywhere in New Zealand.

      Canterbury

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      Canterbury is a region on New Zealand’s South Island marked by grassy plains, clear lakes and snow-capped mountains. Its largest city, Christchurch, is famed for its art scene and green spaces.

      Otago

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      There are few places in the world which will leave you with a lasting sense of difference. Central Otago is undoubtedly one of them from its landscapes, its seasons, its people, its products and experiences.

      Marlborough

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

      Apart from the wine industry, aquaculture, agriculture and tourism play an important role in the local economy.

      Southland

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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マタリキの長い夜に、大切な夜行性の虫を助けたいですか?明かりを弱くして

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ツチボタルやその他の夜行性の虫には、暗闇の中でナビゲートして生き残るという驚くべき能力があります。しかし、光害によって彼らの生活はより困難になっています。日常の生き物である人間は、夜を愛する昆虫に私たちが与える影響に気づいていないことが多いのです。

私たちの目は暗闇で見るのが苦手なので、火や電気を使って夜を照らしてきました。しかし、この人工光は夜行性の昆虫の環境を変えています。実際、世界の陸地の約 23% が光害の影響を受けており、これが昆虫個体数の減少の一因となっていると考えられています。

研究によると、人工照明に引き寄せられた昆虫の約3分の1は、多くの場合、疲労が原因で朝までに死んでしまいます。その結果、個体数や受粉などの重要なプロセスに深刻な影響が及ぶ可能性があります。

多くの虫は、おそらく日中に活動している捕食者を避けるためか、夜間に活発に活動します。ニュージーランドのツチボタルのように、自分で光を出すことさえできるものもあります。

月明かりは太陽光の100万分の1の強さですが、夜行性の昆虫は見たり動き回ったりできます。彼らは、光を取り込んで光受容体に集束させる何百万もの小さなレンズで構成された特別な目を持っています。

一部の人々がどう考えているかとは裏腹に、夜行性の昆虫は人工光に惹かれません。月や星と間違えるからです。実際、彼らは月明かりと星明かりを使って、自分が飛んでいるときにどちらの方向が上かを調べています。

人工照明の色は、夜行性の昆虫にとって人工照明の魅力にも影響します。たとえば、蛾は人間には見えない波長の光を検出でき、青色光に最も敏感です。つまり、LED街路灯から発せられる明るく涼しい白色光は、蛾にとって非常に魅力的だということです。

光害を減らすことで、夜行性の昆虫を保護することができます。夜間にカーテンを閉める、モーションセンサー付きの外灯を使用する、暖かい色の電球を選ぶなどの簡単な操作で大きな違いが生まれます。照明を消して外に出ることは、夜空の美しさを鑑賞するのにも役立ちます。

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