The Nature of Northern Australia
by J. Woinarski, B. Mackey, H. Nix, B. Traill
Publisher: ANU E Press 2007
ISBN-13: 9781921313301
Number of pages: 136
Description:
Northern Australia stands out as one of the largest natural areas remaining on Earth. Its intact tropical savannas, rainforests, and free flowing rivers provide a basis for much of the economic activity and the quality of life for residents of the area. The Nature of Northern Australia details the latest science on the Northern environment.
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