Some trees including species in the Gondwana Rainforest send down roots from high up in the tree. They provide support for the tree and can draw moisture from the air in a similar fashion to underground roots.
A giant eucalyptus tree with white bark reaching skyward. The tree belongs to a number of eucalypt species commonly...
Grass trees (Xanthorrhoea) are slow growers at around 1 metre every 100 years. They can live as long as...
The white-faced heron typically perch on fence-posts, trees, and even on house roofs. They are found throughout most of...
While Australia has large deserts, the continent also has extensive forests containing some of the tallest trees in the...
The laughing kookaburra is the largest species of kingfisher. It is native to eastern Australia but has been introduced...
Zooming in at a slice of Gondwana Rainforest in Southern Queensland. This area is the largest sub-tropical rainforest reserve...
Piccabeen Palms grow near the coast and border region of New South Wales and Queensland. The palm is common...
Emergents are tall trees that pierce the forest canopy. This specimen has been smothered in a vine that will...
