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Nature Directory

A comprehensive catalog of Birdland's natural world -- fauna, flora, geological formations, weather phenomena, and ongoing scientific research.

FloraVascular PlantExpanding Range

Antarctic Hair Grass

Deschampsia antarctica

One of only two native flowering plants in Birdland, Antarctic hair grass is a critical indicator species for environmental monitoring and a protected organism under the Flora Preservation Act.

Pop: Widespread across northern peninsulaDetails
FloraVascular PlantStable

Antarctic Pearlwort

Colobanthus quitensis

The Antarctic pearlwort is the only other native flowering plant alongside hair grass, forming compact cushions in rocky crevices across the northern reaches of Birdland.

Pop: Moderate, localized coloniesDetails
FloraBryophyte CommunityVulnerable

Antarctic Moss Beds

Various (Bryophyta)

Birdland's ancient moss beds, some dating back thousands of years, form the most extensive terrestrial plant communities on the continent and are protected as living heritage sites.

Pop: Declining in some regionsDetails

3 entries in the directory under "flora". This database is maintained by the Birdland Ministry of Natural Sciences and is continuously updated by field researchers and conservation officers.