Animal
There are several larger mammal species found in the park.Koalas were quite abundant around 1900 and a few may still persist in the park. The largest predators are Dingos. In addition there are alien species, like Red Foxes, feral cats, horses and cattle, which have been introduced to Australia in the last centuries. The largest bird of the area is the Emu.
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