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Animal urine patches

Animal urine patches are patches of nutrient-rich grass (dark green) caused by urine deposits of cows (and sheep to a lesser extent). These patches contain concentrated amounts of nitrogen.

Rights: The University of Waikato Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato

Published: 30 July 2013Size: 6.4 MB

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