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Cairns National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries are a number of conserved grounds
recreating the natural habitat and environment for the host of wild animals
and birds to live in. these promote an awareness in the minds of the natives
and showcase the rich biodiversity for the international tourist. Hartley's
Crocodile Adventures, Cairns is a crocodile conservation park and a tourist
attraction around Cairns. It gives the visitors a tour of the natural habitat
of crocodiles and such reptiles and holds crocodile feeding and entertainment
shows. Wild World - The Tropical Zoo, Cairns is a zoo with a difference.
The visitors are allowed to pat and feed the inmates- kangaroos, dingoes and
koalas. Guides enlighten the guests with lectures on the life cycle and feeding/
sleeping habits of each creature and guests are proffered a glimpse of the exotic
wildlife housed here. Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, Cairns is a veritable
paradise for animal lovers and conservationists. Catch a glimpse of endangered
species such as the Boyd's forest dragons, parrots, water birds, fishes and
green tree frogs in these marshlands and natural rainforests. Cairns Night Zoo
provides the perfect blend of a truly Australian night out complete with barbeque,
music and dance and the opportunity to learn about the exotic nocturnal creatures
that inhabit the region.
Billabong Sanctuary, Cairns looks into the conservation and breeding of a
variety of estuarine animals and birds starting from koalas, to crocodiles,
Southern Cassowaries to wombats, the sanctuary has it all. A trip to the Billabong
Sanctuary is imperative for any visitor to this region. Daintree National Park,
Cairns, is one of the country's leading national parks, encompassing a sprawling
76,000 hectare area and home to the most spectacular selection of flora and
fauna. Deemed world heritage site the sylvan rainforests of this region are
the perfect getaway in North Queensland.
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