There are few birds more sinister than the pelican. Because what other bird would drown a duckling, swallow a pigeon and try its best to eat a capybara? The post I love you, pelicans, but you’re freaking me out appeared first on Australian Geographic...
Dr Jane Goodall’s revolutionary research into the behaviours of chimpanzees in their natural habitat transformed humankind’s understanding of animal behaviour. The post Jane Goodall redefined our relationship with wild animals appeared first on Aust...
After facing his own trauma, an ordinary man named Aaron Schultz set out to help others – and to reshape the meaning of masculinity. The post Breaking the silence appeared first on Australian Geographic.
While some animals use camouflage to hide from predators, others use bright colour to warn predators off. But which strategy is more effective? The post Colour or camouflage? appeared first on Australian Geographic.
These six Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand offer everything from exploration of NZ’s many varied landscapes to cultural enrichment. The post Pedal perfection: The best of New Zealand in six epic bike rides appeared first on Australian Geograp...
Hiding in plain sight for centuries, the critically endangered Burrunan dolphin is both an enigma and a conservation emergency. The post Australia’s rarest dolphin lives on Melbourne’s doorstep appeared first on Australian Geographic.
There's no funnel-web nightmares for our furry friends. The post Funnel-web spiders are Australia’s deadliest? Not for our pets appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Rafting the Franklin is considered one of the world’s greatest river journeys. Even if you’re not a paddler, we reckon it’s one of the best adventures in Oz. Here’s why. The post Ultimate Aussie adventures: Rafting the Franklin River appeared first o...
Twenty-five years ago, Cathy Freeman won gold at the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics in a performance that became a lasting symbol of national pride and reconciliation. The post Cathy’s moment appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Little more than 50 years ago, Australian and British astronomers dazzled the world with their newly commissioned Anglo-Australian Telescope on Gamilaraay Country in north-western NSW. The post Australian astronomy at a crossroads appeared first on A...