Hen and Chicken Islands

Hen and Chicken Islands
In the distance, from left to right: the Chickens, Hen Island, Sail Rock
Geography
Coordinates35°56′S 174°44′E / 35.933°S 174.733°E / -35.933; 174.733
Total islands9
Area8.44 km2 (3.26 sq mi)
Highest elevation417 m (1368 ft)
Administration
New Zealand
Demographics
Population0

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).