Source: Department of Conservation.
Text description of figure
This image is a map of New Zealand showing the estimated area and location of wetlands prior to human arrival as well as the current extent. The following table accompanies the image:
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| Pre-human area | Current 2007 area | Percentage remaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,471,080 | 249,776 | 10.1 |
| North Island | 1,323,871 | 64,479 | 4.9 |
| South Island | 1,147,209 | 185,297 | 16.3 |
Figure 12.3: Estimated pre-human and current (2007) extent of wetland areas
March 2021
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