Introduction to New Zealand Black Gold Abalone (Pāua)
Market Name: New Zealand Black Gold Abalone
Scientific Names: Haliotis iris, Haliotis australis
New Zealand Black Gold Abalone, known locally as Pāua, is a precious marine resource unique to New Zealand and a premium seafood delicacy recognised internationally. For centuries, Pāua has not only been a treasured traditional food for Māori, but also a symbol of New Zealand’s unique marine culture and the spirit of manaakitanga — hospitality and care for guests.
Among them, Blackfoot Pāua (Haliotis iris) is the most representative and widely harvested premium abalone species in New Zealand, while Yellow-foot Pāua (Haliotis australis) is caught in smaller quantities and is therefore even more precious.
Natural Habitat
New Zealand Black Gold Abalone mainly lives in the pristine shallow coastal waters of New Zealand, usually within 10 metres of depth, among natural reefs and seaweed habitats. With a limited home range, Pāua often forms natural groups in suitable areas and reproduces by releasing spawn carried by ocean currents, creating a unique and sustainable ecological cycle.
New Zealand’s strict fishery management system and clean marine environment provide world-class natural growing conditions for Black Gold Abalone, contributing to its firm texture, rich umami flavour, and excellent nutritional qualities.
BELKEE New Zealand Black Gold Abalone
BELKEE specialises in producing and processing dried New Zealand Wild Black Gold Abalone. Carefully selected from premium wild Pāua sourced from New Zealand’s pristine waters, each abalone is processed using traditional craftsmanship combined with modern food safety standards. It is low-temperature air-dried in an RMP-certified facility to preserve its natural umami flavour, nutritional value, and distinctive texture.
BELKEE is committed to:
100% New Zealand wild-sourced ingredients
Naturally processed, bleach-free
Colour-free
Preservative-free
Low-temperature air-dried to lock in natural flavour
Every piece of BELKEE New Zealand Black Gold Abalone reflects the gift of New Zealand’s pure oceans and dedicated craftsmanship, offering consumers a premium nourishing experience that combines quality, nutrition, and heritage.
