A moa skeleton.Moa were one of the many bird species that became extinct after the Polynesian's arrival on Aotearoa (NZ). Prior to the introduction of Polynesian species, there were no large mammals on the islands of Aotearoa.
Among the other animal skeletons were some penguins...it's hypothesized that NZ is where all penguins originated from. The local yellow-eyed penguin supports this hypothesis with its small, relatively undeveloped build.
One of the most beautiful parts of the museum were the Tangata Whenua rooms. The wooden carvings were especially beautiful and characteristic of Māori culture.
How a traditional wharepuka, sleeping house, was arranged
A waka- a traditional canoe like the ones Māori ancestors voyaged to NZ in
Māori carvings from a marae (Māori traditional center)
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