Tag:Northern Territory

Saltwater crocodile, Kakadu National Park.

Saltwater crocodile ~ a stealthy, deadly and lurking predator

The saltwater crocodile, estuarine crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) or “saltie”, most commonly called in Australia, are the largest living crocodilian species in the world. Their history dates back over 240 million years to the reptilian era. They are one of the oldest animals on the planet. Characteristics They are one of the biggest and fiercest predators in the world, reaching up to 6 metres in length and weighing in at around 1000kg. Their lifespan is approximately 70 years. With 66 – […]

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Waterlilies ~ quiet jewels of the pond

What are waterlilies Waterlilies ~ are the quiet jewels of the pond. Their scientific name is “Nymphaea,” derived from the Greek word “nymph.” According to Greek mythology, Nymphaea means a feminine spirit that inhabited water bodies like wells, waterways, and springs. The history behind waterlilies dates back thousands of years, as they have always been very significant in many cultures worldwide. Over 50 different species of water lilies are native to tropical and subtropical parts of the world. Their beauty […]

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Mt Borradaile ~ nature and art paradise

Mt Borradaile (Awunbarna) is a registered Aboriginal sacred site in northwest Arnhem Land, Northern Territory (NT), Australia. The traditional owners and custodians of the land have lived at Mt Borradiale for over 50,000 years. Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris Davidson’s Arnhemland Safari Lodge is on a 700km² leased land near Mt Borradaile. Davidsons is the only place to stay when visiting this remote area of Arnhem Land.  The camp was constructed by Max Davidson in 1986. With the permission of the traditional local […]

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Bamurru Plains Australia Northern Territory

Bamurru Plains NT

My ‘Outback Australian‘ experience began in early May 2018. I was attending a 4-day photography workshop at Wild Bush Luxury Camp. The camp is on the Bamurru plains, a series of wetlands in the Northern Territory (NT). As a result, this place had been on my bucket list for some time. Bamurru Plains Bamuruu Plains is approximately 1,420 million sq. km. in size. With a sparse population of only 245,000, of which just over 25% are Aboriginal or Torres Strait […]

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