See below for images of the hardy vegetation that braves the harsh conditions to live at Heard Island and McDonald Islands. Click on the small images below to view a large version.

If you want to learn more about the vegetation in these pretty pictures, check out the Plants pages in the Nature section.

You may be able to order copies of HIMI images from the Multi Media Unit of the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) or from the individual photographers - go to the Contact Us page and select Images as your area of interest. The AAD will, if it holds the copyright, be able to supply the image, whereas if copyright remains with the photographer you will be sent the contact details.