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Yes. The pearling industry in Australia is quite substantial. Pearls are harvested primarily off the northwest coast of the continent, with Broome being the unofficial pearling capital of the country. Pearls are also found off the North coast of Queensland.

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Pearls are found in a?

Pearls are found in an oyster.


Are pearls farmed in Broome Australia?

Yes, pearls are farmed near Broome in Western Australia.


What are the names of the continents that pearls are found on?

Pearls can be found in many parts of the world, but major pearl-producing continents include Asia (particularly in countries like Japan and China), Australia, and South America (in countries like Brazil and Venezuela).


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Were can pearls be found?

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What are cave pearls?

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Who exports cultured pearls to the US?

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What animals are pearls found?

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What country do akoya pearls come from?

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What ocean depths are pearls found?

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How common are pearls?

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