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WA Wildflowers Bloom After Cyclone Rain
11 Aug
Summary
- Vast wildflower carpets adorn Hamelin Station Reserve, Western Australia.
- Generous rainfall, including Cyclone Mitchell, triggered early blooms.
- Bush Heritage expanded conservation corridor with Wanarra purchase.
Vast carpets of pink, white, and yellow wildflowers are currently adorning the landscape at Hamelin Station Reserve in Western Australia, signaling a vibrant start to the season. This stunning display is a direct result of significant rainfall received in recent months, including Cyclone Mitchell in February, which brought nearly 250mm of rain, exceeding the average.
These blooming wildflowers, a global attraction, are crucial for the arid environment's boom-bust cycle, providing food for various species. Bush Heritage is actively working to protect these floral displays, even as invasive Buffel grass poses a challenge. The organization has also expanded its conservation efforts by acquiring Wanarra, a large property that reconnects over one million hectares of protected land.
