GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Sturt Stony Desert
Sturt Stony Desert, in northeastern South Australia and southwestern Queensland, is covered by gibber: a pavement of closely packed stones.
Fast Facts
- Centred in northeastern South Australia and adjoining southwestern Queensland.
- Rainfall is irregular; vegetation cover and surface water vary.
Connected lessons
- Sturt Stony DesertMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Simpson DesertRelated places
- Kati Thanda–Lake EyreRelated places