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Life's Diversity in a
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The Kgalagadi IS a land of extremes. Extreme heat and cold. water
scarcity and heavy rains. scarcity of food and then its abundance
dictate the rhythm of life here. Despite this. life is impresgvely diverse.
resilient and proof of the truly infinite inventiveness of Mother Nature.
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