Giant Worms: The Hidden Giants Beneath Our Feet

About this Event

Kaipātiki Project SPEAKER SERIES

Have you seen DUNE? Those worms are colossal—but did you know Aotearoa has its own giants? They might not be tractor-eating, but they’re impressive enough to spark your imagination!

Deep in remnant forest gullies, giant worms carve burrows over 2 metres deep and can grow to more than 1.5 metres long. Some even say they glow orange in the dark!

Join us for a fascinating talk where you’ll:

• Discover the secret life of giant worms and their unique habitats
• See rare footage of a giant worm colony
• And if we’re lucky… meet a giant worm up close!

Unearth the mysteries of these incredible creatures and learn why they’re vital to our ecosystems.

This talk is part of the Kaipātiki Project Speaker Series: Stories of Our Native Species. Check out other events in the series HERE.

Thanks to Kaipātiki Local Board for supporting this speaker series.

Cost: Free

Registration/Ticket Info:

https://kaipatiki.nz/event/giant-worms-the-hidden-giants-beneath-our-feet-22-april-2026