Bamboo is endemic to many areas in tropical northern Australia. It is commonly found in the wetland country, and along river and creek banks. It is a hardy clumping grass with a vigorous spreading root system and hollow jointed stems. It grows to a height of 15 m or more. The leaves are narrow, pointed and often bright green. Bamboo outcrops are frequently home to flying fox colonies as well as a wide range of reptiles. Bamboo is available throughout the year, although towards the end of the dry season it does tend to dry out and die off.
 
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