Pedirka Desert

Semi-aridAustralia
LocationSouth Australia
Area1,250 km2
ContinentAustralia
TypeSemi-arid

About Pedirka Desert

A small desert south of the Simpson. The pedirka means rock in Arabana language. Mulga woodland with some dunes.

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