Tiny Cheeseman Island is a pristine environment which has never been modified by introduced mammals. There is a widespread ground cover of native ice plant. As there is no fresh water on the island, the vegetation relies on sporadic rainfall. It also has to withstand constant salt spray.
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Kermadec Expedition
Photograph by Warren Chinn
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