This rebellious little monotreme has evolved one of the strangest collections of traits in the animal kingdom. The post ‘If there’s a rule, the platypus has probably broken it’ appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Welcome to Wild Wins – where we share positive stories from the natural world, proudly supported by Coral Expeditions, Australia’s pioneering cruise line. The post Wild Wins Vol. 6 appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Iridescence, an extraordinary optical phenomenon more commonly associated with birds, butterflies and beetles, has been found – for the first time – in an Australian frog species. The post ‘Colour-shifting’ discovered in Aussie frog appeared first on...
For those who crave fresh air, open spaces and the thrill of discovery, Victor Harbor offers endless outdoor adventures: wild, wonderful, and waiting for you. The post Answer the call of the wild in Victor Harbor appeared first on Australian Geograph...
Throughout this 40th anniversary year of Australian Geographic we are looking back at a selection of stories we’ve run over the decades. This feature article was published in Issue 106 of the magazine, in January 2012. The post FROM THE ARCHIVE: The...
Ever seen a cave cricket? Australia now has three new species of these spindly, spider‑like creatures. The post Endemic cave cricket species discovered appeared first on Australian Geographic.
You can’t see them. You can’t feel them. You can’t touch them. But our universe is awash with millions of magnetic fields. An international team, led by Australian researchers at CSIRO and the SKA Observatory, has found a way to capture the invisible...
From glacier-fed lakes to storied fur-trade rivers, Canada's paddling routes offer adventurers a deeper connection to the land, its history, and its Indigenous cultures. The post Water world: Explore Canada’s rivers and lakes by canoe and raft appear...
Scientists across the globe are working to bring extinct species back to life. But do the facts measure up, or is this still in the realm of science fiction? The post The de-extinction debate appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Bali’s warm tropical waters, Brisbane’s sun-drenched Moreton Bay and the incredible Great Barrier Reef from Cairns – these three destinations make a compelling case for escaping the cold and hitting the water this winter. The post Make a splash this...