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    Wildlife tourism in Kakadu ildlife in kakadu has worked hand in hand with human since more than 60.000 years ago. More recently, the Australian Government started to promote their wildlife tourism and this national park in the Northern Territory offers one of the most pristine ecos

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    First introduced as a biological control for sugarcane beatles in sugarcane plantation, the current population boom of cane toads has threatened native species' population. The poison gland on their back will excrete lethal poisonous milk-like liquid for the predators, this includes dingoes, jabirus,and kingfisher. this toad also pose competition to endemic frog and are extremely hard to control. opening kakadu for tourism also increases the spread of this invasive species, mainly by accidentally transporting them through road vehicles. by: chandrakesuma Views[323] Thousands of magpie geese congregate to feed on Mamukala Wetlands, Kakadu National Park. This ecosystem is extremely important as a transit place for migratory birds before they head further north or south depending on the season. Due to the abundance of bird found here, this place has became one of the most visited tourist area. as a result, tourist infrastructure such as viewing platform, accessible roads and washroom facilities are built and disturbing this crucial environment by: chandrakesuma Views[251] Jumping croc cruise is one of the most popular tourist activity in Kakadu National Park. Visitors are cruising down the river while the cruise employer baited the saltwater crocodile with meat. this cruise runs several times a day and the crocodiles in this area recognizes and associated this boat with food. this is an example of how tourism has changed wild animal's behaviour. by: chandrakesuma Views[201] Prettyface rock wallaby, as seen in Nourlangie Rock, Kakadu National Park. what a suitable name for this little fellas. it appeared in between ancient rock art display, discreetly, camouflaging well with its environment by: chandrakesuma Views[496] Joey of Agile wallaby safely rescued after a car accident which resulted its mom's death. This joey were brought to Mt Bundy Station, and they need a particular environment simulating its mother's pouch such as warm and dark environment to be able to survive by: chandrakesuma Views[211]
     

    Photos: My Scholarship entry - Wildlife tourism in Kakadu

    Monday, 24 Nov 2014 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

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