Animal of the week: Tawny Coster

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Animal of the week: Tawny Coster

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Nov 16, 2015

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An adventurous and beautiful butterfly, the Tawny Coster, has recently been found in Broome. The specie's superpower is the ecological niche it inhabits. The Tawny Coster LOVES disturbed areas, allowing it to spread and thrive.Bonus at the end: our favourite Mango ad.Broadcast on Radio Goolarri, 16th November 2015Photo by D. Gordon E. Robertson

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Nov 16, 2015

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Environmental news from Broome and the Kimberley. Tune in Mondays 6pm to 7pm WST.This podcast is made possible with support from an SGIO Community Grant and People's Choice Award. www.communitygrantsprogram.com.au/wa/community-grants

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Animal of the week: Tawny Coster: An adventurous and beautiful butterfly, the Tawny Coster, has recently been found in Broome. The specie's superpower is the ecological niche it inhabits. The Tawny Coster LOVES disturbed areas, allowing it to spread and thrive. Bonus at the end: our... by The Sound Environment
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