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Gold Coast eco bridge

Arched motorway bridge, topped by grassy strip.

Roads may disrupt animal dispersal, migration and other movements. Specially constructed overbridges and underpasses connect natural corridors. This eco bridge provides safe passage for wildlife crossing from one side of the M1 motorway to the other – located in New South Wales, Australia.

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Rights: Dr Chrissie Painting 
Published: 17 November 2025Size: 1.44 MB
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