Tuatara attraction
Meet New Zealand’s Tuatara – Back To The Future!
The Tuatara is a species of reptile endemic to New Zealand. Despite its close resemblance to lizards, it is the only living member of a distinct lineage, the previously highly diverse order Rhynchocephalia. The name Tuatara is derived from the Māori language and means "peaks on the back".This is a very unique opportunity to see the last living descendants of ancient reptiles that first roamed the Earth over 200 million years ago years ago. Check out Rewi here - our A 35-year-old, large, and very impressive male Tuatara!.
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Fun and Fascinating Facts About Tuatara
A tuatara might look like a lizard, but it’s actually a distinct and extraordinarily ancient reptile, a true living fossil. This creature is the sole survivor of the rhynchocephalian order, a lineage that first appeared on Earth an astonishing 200 million years ago — a full 120 million years before the Tyrannosaurus rex even walked the planet. All of its relatives died out over 60 million years ago, making the tuatara the last representative of a vast and ancient group.
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A Self Guided 48-Hour General Pass
As well as our unique indoor attraction, we also run a very popular local gift store. Looking for the best coffee in Franz Josef! Guest tells us that our Café is a relaxing place to grab a drink and our bakery can make you a packed lunch for your day out exploring!
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