Colonies are typically yellowish and may become opaque over time .
The colonies are typically opaque and may become yellowish over time .

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Forty rare plant communities were identified in the gorge , containing at least 1,342 species and 54 different plants .
Forty different plant communities were identified in the gorge , containing at least 1,342 species and 54 rare plants .

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After the death of Liberal Democrat Councilor Des Shadrick , Pam Johns won a by-election in Holsworthy with a majority of 66 votes .
Independent Pam Johns won a by-election in Holsworthy with a majority of 66 votes after the death of Liberal Democrat councillor Des Shadrick .

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Siskiyou National Forest is situated on the US Route 101 between the Pacific Ocean and Gold Beach , north of Port Orford and south of Bandon .
Port Orford is located on U.S. Route 101 between the Pacific Ocean and the Siskiyou National Forest , north of Gold Beach and south of Bandon .

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