The Pearse River is a river of the Tasman Region of New Zealand's South Island. It flows east from sources in the Arthur Range, reaching the Motueka River 20 kilometres southwest of Motueka.[1]
Pearse River | |
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![]() The Pearse resurgence, where water exits from Nettlebed Cave | |
Location | |
Country | New Zealand |
Physical characteristics | |
Source | |
• location | Arthur Range |
Mouth | |
• location | Motueka River |
Length | 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) |
The source is a resurgence near the Nettlebed Cave. The resurgence has been dived to a depth of 245 metres[2] and a diver had died in one attempt. At least three undescribed species have been found by divers in the resurgence.[3]
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