Not exact matches
Experienced and novice hikers alike can explore the Reserve and its
local flora and
fauna (
including over 200 species of birds) throughout Engelmann oak woodlands, riparian wetlands, coastal sage scrub, bunchgrass prairie, and vernal pools.
«Ethnological data collection such as ours,
including the collection of terms in the
local vernacular, can open new avenues of research about variations in ecology,
fauna and flora,» they conclude.
Our
local & international clients value the eco friendly very private accommodation, the full range of training and relaxation facilities & the beautiful environment which
includes a wide variety of native flora and
fauna.
The large assortment of plush toys
includes three specimens of
local fauna: iguanas; turkey vultures; and, my favorite, banana rats.
You can also enjoy the tropical flora and
fauna —
including sloths — and feast on
local culinary delights at Amor Loco, the hotel's fine - dining spot.
Highlights of the region
include Wallaman Falls - the highest single drop waterfall in Australia, Mungalla Station where you can meet with
local Aboriginal people and learn ancient Indigenous cultural traditions, Lees Hotel - the original pub with no beer and Hinchinbrook Island Australia's largest National Park island that abounds in flora,
fauna, palm - fringed beaches, mangrove waterways and rugged granite crags.
Get settled in your screened - in cabana, then join a naturalist to explore the property's trails for an introduction to the
local flora and
fauna, which
includes more than 540 bird species.
A diverse range of guided tours operate regularly and, as well as homemade morning tea, can
include broad acre day land farming on a working property, the landcare work that has made this property an award winner, spectacular wildflowers and bushland, native
fauna, mining heritage from some of Western Australia's first mines,
local indigenous history and the peaceful section of protected river with its many waterbirds.
Many eco tour groups promise a carbon neutral experience that puts tourists» dollars into the pockets of
local communities,
including aborigines, while aiming to educate travellers about the environment and the flora and
fauna en route.