New Zealand

New Zealand is a country located in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising of three main landmasses. Its capital is Wellington.

Magical beasts and beings

 * The Antipodean Opaleye is a Dragon native to New Zealand though it has been known to migrate to Australia.
 * Ghosts have been sighted throughout the country.
 * In Maori myths, there is a Kelpie like creature called a Taniwha (TAH-NEE-FA) that resides in rivers.

Magical games and sports

 * Quidditch was introduced to New Zealand some time in the seventeenth century by a group of European herbologists. After a long day collecting samples, the wizards would relax by playing Quidditch. The New Zealand Ministry of Magic has spent a lot of effort in trying to keep early Maori art depicting white wizards playing the game away from Muggles.
 * The Moutohora Macaws are a Quidditch team from New Zealand.
 * The mascot of New Zealand's Quidditch Team is a Phoenix named Sparky.

Known locations

 * Moutohora
 * Wellington

Behind the scenes

 * Chris Rankin who portrays Percy Weasley was born in Auckland, New Zealand.
 * Terence Bayler who portrays the Bloody Baron was born in Wanganui, New Zealand.
 * Pam Ferris who portrays Aunt Marge was brought up in New Zealand where she found her interest in acting.

Appearances

 * Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (film)
 * Quidditch Through the Ages
 * Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them