Rainbow Valley
Facts and practical information
Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve is a protected area located south of Alice Springs, Northern Territory in Australia. The reserve was established in 1990 to protect the unique sandstone formations and the Aboriginal art, artifacts and sacred natural objects within an area of 24.83 km2 around a large sandstone bluff. The sandstone layers in the main formation resemble the coloured stripes of a rainbow, with the red-orange hues of sandstone that is rich with iron creating a strong contrast with the lighter shaded sandstone that turns pale yellow or gold in the late day sun as it shines on the northwest-facing cliffs. ()
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Wildlife
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Dingo
The dingo is a medium-sized canine native to Australia, recognizable for its lean, hardy build that grants it speed, agility, and endurance. Although there is some debate about its exact classification, dingoes typically come in three main coat colors: light ginger or...
Mammals
Emu
The emu, a bird indigenous to Australia, is the second-largest living bird by height, surpassed only by the ostrich. These soft-feathered, flightless birds can stand up to 1.9 meters tall and are easily identifiable by their long necks and legs, along with their brown...
Birds
Grey falcon
The grey falcon is a medium-sized bird of prey native to Australia and is regarded as one of the country's rarest species. Classified as Vulnerable, its distribution is scattered throughout Australia. John Gould first described its taxonomy in the 19th century, naming...
Birds
Red-tailed black cockatoo
The red-tailed black cockatoo, often referred to as Banksian or Banks' black cockatoo, is a strikingly large black bird native to Australia. Adult males are easily recognizable by the bright red patches on their tails, which give the species its name.
Birds
Black-footed Rock Wallaby
The black-flanked rock-wallaby, also known as the black-footed rock-wallaby or warru, is a notable species of wallaby that thrives in rocky terrains. These wallabies are renowned for their cautious nature and their ability to blend seamlessly into their surroundings...
Mammals
Northern Territory