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Image Gallery: Wild Kids - Animals of the arid zone

Australia is the second driest continent in the world. This does not mean that areas without fresh water do not have plants and animals. In fact, arid zone habitats are full of life. Some arid zone habitats include tall shrubs, grassy areas, sandy areas and rocky areas.

Blind Snake Illustration

Central Netted Dragon Illustration

Stimson's Python Illustration

Pygmy Mulga Monitor Illustration