Killer Whales (Orca) Visit Wellington Harbour.

Visitors to the capitol city of Wellington, should not be surprised if they see dolphin, seals and sometimes even whales, frolicking in the harbor.

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An Orca cruising the harbor opposite the Wellington CBD.

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This is what's drawn them into Wellington Harbour - food, especially stingray.

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Orca, dolphins seals and many other sea creatures can also be seen close to other New Zealand cities. Here's one of a pod of Orca that took up temporary residence in Lyttleton Harbour, just 20 minutes from Central Christchurch in the South Island.

Lindsay Barron

Lindsay Barron • Jan 02, 2024