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Kōrero: South Canterbury region

South Canterbury vegetation

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The clearance of forest by Māori and Pākehā means pastoral grasses dominate the region. Tussock prevails on hill and mountain areas, while cropping is done mainly on the coastal downlands.

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John Wilson, South Canterbury region – Climate, vegetation and wildlife, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/mi/interactive/11314/south-canterbury-vegetation (accessed 4 June 2026).

He kōrero nā John Wilson, i tāngia i te 2 March 2009, updated 1 February 2017.