Stock photo: Unfurling ferns Nelson Lakes National Park New Zealand

Stock photo of unfurling ferns along the Bellbird Walk at Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes National Park, South Island, New Zealand.

This stock photo shows the three heads of unfurling ferns along the Bellbird Walk at Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes National Park, South Island, New Zealand.

This close up of an unfurling ferns showing different angles of their dark pointed leaves that are outlined in a tan color. Surrounding the pointed leaves are thin tan fibers. The leaves curl in toward the plant as the head of the stem spirals inward.

This spiral head is known as a crozier or fiddlehead. The look of the fern’s head resembles a shepherd’s crook or the end of a violin. These fern heads are high in antioxidants and is a wonderful vegetable for any meal.

Along Bellbird Walk, these unique plants are found near Lake Rotoiti. This beautiful mountain lake surrounds the Nelson Lakes National Park.

Unfurling ferns along the Bellbird Walk at Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes National Park, South Island, New Zealand.