They might be among the cutest animals on the planet, but sugar gliders have a rather sinister trait. They’re named for their love of sweet foods, such as nectar and sap, but in Tasmania, they’re out here eating birds. The post ‘I don’t know how to...
Evolution hasn’t only gifted peacock spiders with spectacular markings – these nimble arachnids are also remarkable athletes. The post Peacock spiders: More than meets the eye appeared first on Australian Geographic.
The kultarr was thought to be a single widespread species, until now. The post Australia’s cutest mammal is now Australia’s cutest three mammals appeared first on Australian Geographic.
A recent encounter on the Great Barrier Reef has yielded one of the clearest recordings to date of a dwarf minke whale vocalisation – a sound so strange and resonant it has been likened to a Star Wars lightsaber. The post Dwarf minke whale’s call sou...
A kayaking duo from Australia are tackling the world’s biggest paddling event for the third time to prove once is never enough. The post Waterborne: A kayaking duo and the Yukon 1000 paddle marathon appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Could so-called blue carbon be key to resolving some of Australia’s biggest environmental and cultural challenges? The post Bringing in the sea appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Gear up for your next adventure with some brand new kit. The post Top 5: Outdoor and camping gear appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Por qué no los dos? The post Tiger sharks: Trash cans of the sea, or clever opportunists? appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Australian marine scientists say new research documenting orcas using seaweed as a tool for grooming is further evidence of the species’ complex social structures. The post Orcas filmed grooming each other with seaweed in rare case of ocean mammal to...
With hybrid power, full-time 4WD and plug-in capability, the Ford Ranger PHEV adds a new dimension to vehicle-supported adventures, offering silent travel in the bush and the ability to power gear at camp. The post Hybrid horizons: Testing the new F...