... Spectacular coastline vieuw of a remote, uninhabited subantarctic nature reserve of New Zealand... the island is known for its rugged terrain, steep cliffs, and unique flora and fauna... globally renowned for its unique "megaherbs"...large, flowering herbaceous plants that have evolved to thrive in harsh, windy conditions... they are endemic to New Zealand's subantarctic islands... these fields of flora often grow in association with the Southern Royal Albatross, which nest among the megaherbs and tussock grasslands... because it is a highly protected site you can only visit via organized expedition cruises... of the five islands, access for tourists is allowed at specific sites on Enderby Island, the main Auckland Island and Campbell Island... Thanks Jodine! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
© Henry Elsom
Campbell Island / Motu Ihupuku is the main island of the Campbell Island group, which is the most southerly of the New Zealand Subantarctic Islands in the remote Southern Ocean. Covering 112.68 km² and featuring volcanic, mountainous terrain rising to 569 m at Mount Honey.
The most prominent megaherbs are the Bulbinella rossii (Ross Lily). Known for its bright yellow flower spikes that can dominate the landscape. And the Anisotome latifolia (Campbell Island Carrot). A striking plant with large, vibrant pink flower bunches that contrast with the often gloomy subantarctic weather. (shown on the postcard)
Campbell Island became a nature reserve in 1954, and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998 as part of the designation of all of the New Zealand Subantarctic Islands.
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(Issued 23-03-2011)
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