The reason why will disgust you ⬇️ Share this with someone who needs to know the truth about New Zealand’s waterways! New Zealand’s iconic braided rivers, like the Rakaia, are in trouble. 💔 These unique ecosystems, shaped by shifting channels of gravel and water, are a rare natural wonder—but they’re being degraded at an alarming rate. Pollution from nitrates and E. coli, largely from intensified agriculture, is choking these waterways. 💧In the Rakaia River, once a symbol of pristine beauty, contamination levels are rising—threatening wildlife, ecosystems, and even human health. ⏳The time to act is now. We need to protect these treasures before their natural beauty and biodiversity are lost forever. 🙏 Follow @naturewithliam to learn more about our epic natural spaces. #connecttonature #travelnz #nzplacestovisit #thingstodoinnz #bucketlisttravel