Curio Bay Coastline Bull Kelp South Island New Zealand
Photo & Vacation Spot

At the Fossil Forest at Curio Bay on the South Island of New Zealand, bull kelp clings to the coastline rocks waiting for the return of the water.

The brown and yellow hues of the bull kelp decorate the coastline at the Fossil Forest at Curio Bay on the South Island of New Zealand where hundreds of small sea creatures hide out. The kelp lays itself out against the rocks when the tide recedes making the perfect shelter from the sun for many types of these water animals.

The turquoise colored water churning up white caps, makes up the background scenery during low tide at Curio Bay while the bull kelp sparkles in the sunlight. The Fossil Forest is a highly recognized tourist attraction where people can see the ancient fossils, some as old as 160 million years, and the massive amount of bull kelp adorning the coastline while enjoying the picturesque scenery.

Bull Kelp, Durvillea potatorum,fringing the Fossil Forest at Curio Bay, Southern Scenic Route, Catlins, Southland, East Coast, South Island, New Zealand.