Te Taiao TaranakiTaranaki Naturally

Step back in time to explore the natural environment of Taranaki, a distinctive region dominated by a sleeping volcano.
From Taranaki Maunga to the sea, learn about the diverse landscape and the many rare and precious native species found here.
See what locals are doing to restore native fauna to provide a safe home for native species, allowing biodiversity to thrive.
- Date
- Ongoing
- Location
- Puke Ariki Museum Level 2
- View location
- Admission
- Free
- Ages
- Suitable for all ages
Opening hours
Monday
10AM – 5PM
Tuesday
10AM – 5PM
Wednesday
10AM – 5PM
Thursday
10AM – 5PM
Friday
10AM – 5PM
Saturday
10AM – 5PM
Sunday
10AM – 5PM
Name our Kōkako
Puke Ariki has adopted a Kōkako and we need your help to choose a name. Come in to the Museum, complete our new Kōkako Ruru Hunt and suggest a name.
Kōkako are native to Taranaki but were nearly extinct by the 1990s. With the help of several conservation groups they've been reintroduced and we hope their numbers will continue to grow.
