Science Daily·3 min read·medium
Ancient mystery on K’gari as world’s largest sand island lakes dried up during rainy era
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Geological research on K'gari, the world's largest sand island, reveals that its lakes dried up 7,500 years ago despite a period of high rainfall. Scientists believe shifting wind patterns may have prevented moisture from replenishing the lakes during that era.
K'gari, the world's largest sand island, is celebrated for its striking freshwater lakes. New research from the University of Adelaide, however, suggests that even the island's largest and deepest lakes may be vulnerable to disappearing under certain climate conditions.
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