Our understanding of where to find ancient life in Australia has been turned on its head by a new appreciation of the country’s geology. Now the world is looking to our vast outback as the latest hotspot to locate fossils. The post Searching for Auss...
The greater stick-nest rat is munching through African boxthorns and nesting in the plant’s thickets. The post Native rodent benefiting from invasive weed appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Comets and meteorites aren't just space rocks; they're a window into the history of Earth and have plenty to teach about the planet's formation. The post 6 things learned about Earth from meteorites and comets appeared first on Australian Geographic...
Northern Australia’s Gouldian finch survives in huge numbers in cages around the world, but its wild population continues to struggle. The post Burdened by beauty appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Writer Liz Ginis grew from toddler to teen in the green pastures and eucalypt forests of the Bellinger Valley on the NSW Mid North Coast. The post Notes from the field: Koala-loving community appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Hugely popular hot mineral springs in an area of scrubby Gulf Savannah country known as the “never-never” are the main drawcard at this tiny settlement. The post A complete guide to Mataranka, NT appeared first on Australian Geographic.
As the natural world continues to take a hit from climate change, biodiversity loss and other human-induced changes, the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year (AGNPOTY) competition reminds us, yet again, of the beauty and inspiration...
Marine scientists have used underwater ultrasounds to monitor the health of whale shark populations at Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia. The post Scientists pose as cleaner fish to perform whale shark ultrasounds appeared first on Australian Geogra...
Sawfish are among the world’s most unusual marine creatures. But some species are also among the most threatened animals on the planet. The post Mightier than the saw appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Conserving Australia’s biodiversity requires a national reckoning, argues wildlife ecologist Euan Ritchie. The post OPINION: Law reform for nature appeared first on Australian Geographic.