Scientists from The Australian National University (ANU) and CSIRO have used genomic analysis to reconstruct the evolutionary tree of more than 300 darkling beetle species. The post How darkling beetles rose to ‘global ecological dominance’ appeared...
One of Australia’s smallest and most endangered bird species is needing help to survive its harsh environment. The post Mallee survivor appeared first on Australian Geographic.
CSIRO has partnered with Murdoch University to launch the Bioplastics Innovation Hub (BIH), to help fast-track the development of biologically derived, compostable plastics. The post Engineering bioplastics for the future appeared first on Australian...
Bushwalking is a hobby most Australians are fond of, but there was a time when women weren't allowed to take part in these treks – until some trailblazers decided to take a hike. The post ‘The bush calls us’: the defiant women who demanded a place on...
Exploring ancient pathways through Jordan on a mountain bike is an enriching way to understand this country’s culture and history, as Andrew Findlay discovers. The post The timeless land: A mountain bike journey through Jordan appeared first on Austr...
Iconic is the only way to describe Western Australia’s coast and its wildlife. Where else can you see numbats, orcas, whale sharks and rock-wallabies? The post Must-see Western Australia wildlife appeared first on Australian Geographic.
The fabulous Broken Heel Festival takes the stage one final time, bringing glitz and glamour to far west New South Wales. The post Queens of the outback appeared first on Australian Geographic.
We test out Nemo’s new Tensor Extreme Conditions Ultralight sleeping pad to see if it lives up to its moniker in cold camping conditions. The post Nemo Equipment Tensor Extreme Conditions sleeping pad: Tested appeared first on Australian Geographic.
More than 20 per cent of plant species are found only on islands – and time is running out to save them. The post Island life is more unique than you ever realised, and it needs protecting appeared first on Australian Geographic.
Australian Geographic staff writer and sub-editor Esme Mathis jumped at the opportunity to join two remote fossil digs for our feature Searching for Aussie dinosaurs. The post Notes from the field: Digging her job appeared first on Australian Geograp...