Hen and Chicken Islands
In the distance, from left to right: the Chickens, Hen Island, Sail Rock | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35°56′S 174°44′E / 35.933°S 174.733°E |
| Total islands | 9 |
| Area | 8.44 km2 (3.26 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 417 m (1368 ft) |
| Administration | |
New Zealand | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
The Hen and Chicken Islands, usually known as the Hen and Chickens, lie to the east of the North Auckland Peninsula off the coast of northern New Zealand. They lie 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) east of Bream Head and 40 kilometres (25 mi) south-east of Whangārei with a total area of 8.44 km2 (3.26 sq mi).