Images Dated 30th July 2014

Wollemi pine (Wollemia nobilis)

Wollemi pine (Wollemia nobilis), an extremely rare and critically endangered tree species endemic to Australia. Australian National Botanic Gardens, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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Tasmanian native-hens (Gallinula mortierii)

Tasmanian native-hens (Gallinula mortierii), pair running hard. Has been recorded at 48 km/h. One species that has benefitted from humans, from the agriculture now practised in its home island. Tasmania, Australia

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Striated fieldwren (Calamanthus fuliginosus)

Striated fieldwren (Calamanthus fuliginosus), a small bird, only 13 to 14 cm long. Males have a rich and strong song but it is thought that females do not sing. Tasmania, Australia

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