Many streams flow to the sea. Ragusa Stream is one of them. It is a small stream in Auckland. It’s part of a dense network of streams. These streams resemble the veins of a leaf. Think of the many streams and waterways in Auckland. They are small and numerous. This is because the land is volcanic. Volcanoes erupted across the region. Their lava and scoria disrupted the natural drainage. Ragusa Stream is a part of this complex system. It flows downhill. It carries soil and rock. It creates small valleys and low ridges. The journey to the sea is short. Ragusa Stream is a vital habitat. It supports native fish. These fish thrive in shady streams. They also live near estuaries. Estuaries are productive areas where young fish feed. The Tamaki Wairoa Henderson Creek and Mahurangi are examples of such estuaries. These areas were formed after the last Ice Age. Sadly many streams have been changed. Some flow underground in pipes. Others are re-channelled for landowners. This alters the natural environment. It affects the native wildlife including the fish of Ragusa Stream. We need to protect these small streams. They are crucial for the ecosystem. Ragusa Stream is just one example. We must remember this when we walk along this small but vital waterway. Let us cherish this natural wonder. Let’s protect it for future generations.
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