Quail Island Questions

1. What does the name Otamahua mean? It means "The place where children collect sea eggs" Where does it come from? Quail Island.
2. Where did the name Quail Island come from? Because of the bird, quail.
3. How big is the Island? 81 ha in area, with a high point of 86 meters.
4. How was the Island created? A figure-like lava flow formed Quail Island from a big volcano.
5. What wildlife is present on the island - native / introduced? Wood birds, Rabbits, Horses, Lizards, 
6. Mahinga kai, food gathering was an important activity for the Maori. What food did they gather from Otamahua? Quail eggs, Fish, 
7. How have introduced species (animals/birds/insects) damaged the environment? The rabbit species built up and heavily impacted the native vegetation.  
8. What rules had DOC created to help Otamahua? No matches or cigarettes, Be careful with bags on the island, Take all your rubbish home, Take care when walking.