Editing The Catlins (section)

==What to see and do==
Being in the Catlins is all about enjoying nature. There are many farms in the area, but beach walks, bush walks, fishing and horse riding are the main activities. Nearly all the beaches are of soft sand.
===Wildlife===
The Catlins is one of the few places in the world where you can spot the rarest penguin in the world: the '''Hoiho''' or '''Yellow Eyed Penguin.''' Please be aware that this is a very sensitive bird (known to have heart attacks when approached by humans). Remain quiet and do not disturb them. '''Oystercatchers''' and other shore-feeders are common on the water's edge.
The '''Hookers Sea Lion''' and '''New Zealand Fur Seal''' can also be seen on beaches here. They can move very fast on land and sea lions will attack if provoked.
In the bush, many of New Zealand's native birds can be seen: '''Ngirungiru''' or '''Tomtit''', '''Korimako''' or '''Bellbird''', '''Piwakawaka''' or '''Fantail''', '''Toutouwai''' or the native '''Robin''', '''Mohua''' or '''Yellowhead''', '''Kereru''' or '''Wood Pigeon''' among others. 
===Waterfalls===
The Purukaunui Falls are some of the most photographed in New Zealand, and there are many others in the area, often just a short walk from the road.
===Beaches===
The golden sand of Tautuku Bay can be seen on many calendars of New Zealand landscapes and is the most popular for photographs. Jacks Bay and Porpoise Bay are popular swimming spots. Average summer temperatures are 17-21 degrees Celsius.

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