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National Park extends from the Burdekin delta, westwards to Cleveland Bay and south from
Cape Cleveland to the Mount Elliot massif. The
wetland complex is mostly coastal plains with tidal mudflats, mangroves and salt marshes.
There is also an abundance of birdlife, including migratory birds.
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The lowlands of the national park
are listed under the Ramsar Convention as a wetland of international importance. Fauna
- Dugongs
- Curlews
- Fish
- Mud crabs
- Prawns.
- Saltwater crocodiles
- Loggerhead Turtles
- Sea Turtles.
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There are 244 species of birds
that visit the wetlands, including Little Tern, Waterfowl, Brolgas, Magpie Geese and
Sanderlings. Approximately half of the species that visit, breed here. Flora
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