Northern Territory (Australia)
A region in northern Australia with rivers, wetlands, and unique wildlife, including the pig-nosed turtle.
What is it?
The Northern Territory is a large region in north-central Australia. It has a tropical climate with wet and dry seasons. The landscape includes savannas, rivers, and billabongs. The pig-nosed turtle lives in the freshwater rivers and lagoons of the Northern Territory, especially in the Daly River and other coastal systems.
Why it matters
The Northern Territory is one of the only places in Australia where the pig-nosed turtle lives. Protecting its rivers helps save this unique turtle and other freshwater species.
Where you've seen it
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