Uluru
waterholes,rock caves and ancient paintings.
Fauna and flora Historically, 46 species of native
mammals are known to have been living in the Uluru
region; according to recent surveys there are currently 21.
The park has a very rich reptile fauna,about 73 species
have been recorded.
Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park flora represents a large
portion of plants found in Central Australia. There are
several rare and endangered species in the park. Trees
such as the Mulga and Cenralian Bloodwood are used to
make tools such as spearheads, boomerangs and bowls.
The red sap of the bloodwood is used as a disinfectant
and an inhalant for coughs and colds.
Climate and seasons The park receives an average
rainfall of 307.7 mm per year, and average temperatures
are 37.8 °C in the summer and 4.7 °C in the winter.
Temperature extremes in the park have been recorded at
45 °C during the summer and -5 °C during winter nights.
Local Aboriginal people recognise five seasons:
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