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Erosion of sand dunes

Sand dunes and beach in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealalnd

These sand dunes in the Bay of Plenty have eroded in response to north-easterly storms. The remnants of an ancient podocarp/broadleaf forest are being exposed at the base of the dunes.

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Rights: Dr Willem de Lange
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