Taputeranga Marine Reserve
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| Taputeranga Marine Reserve | |
|---|---|
 A rainbow over Tapu Te Ranga Motu. | |
 Interactive map of Taputeranga Marine Reserve | |
| Location | New Zealand |
| Nearest city | Wellington |
| Coordinates | 41°21′11″S 174°45′48″E / 41.353167°S 174.76337°E |
| Area | 854.8 ha (2,112 acres) |
| Established | 2008 |
| Governing body | Department of Conservation |
Taputeranga Marine Reserve is a legally protected area of sea and coast along the southern edge of Wellington, in New Zealand. It was officially opened in September 2008.[1] The reserve covers 855 hectares (2,110 acres)[2] and includes all foreshore up to mean high water spring.
