The creatures that scientists are at a 'high risk' of extinction
Nearly a quarter of freshwater animal species, from fish to dragonflies,face high risk of extinction worldwide, scientists ...
An Australian zoo has found its biggest-ever funnel-web spider. Its name is Hemsworth
A ginormous and deadly funnel-web spider has been handed in to a reptile park in Australia, where staff said it was the ...
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Scientists have learned secrets of Australia's marsupial mole
Researchers have probed the genetics of one of Australia's most elusive animals, the marsupial mole.
Research reveals cost to recover Australia's threatened species
The full cost of recovering all of Australia's threatened animals and plants has been calculated for the first time.
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‘Forever chemicals’ are causing health problems in some wildlife
Deformed scales in hatchlings and biomarkers indicative of disease progression are two health impacts on turtles at PFAS-polluted sites in Australia.
Fully recovering Australia’s threatened species would cost 25% of GDP. We can’t do it all at once – so let’s start here
This new research estimates the price and benefits of recovering threatened species – and offers cost-effective ways for ...
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For decades, people have believed this dingo myth. DNA testing has revealed the truth
Loading That decision is now the subject of litigation by Animals Australia, which is suing the attorney-general in the Supreme Court of Victoria for the state’s alleged failure to protect dingoes.
Monarch butterflies are in decline in NZ and Australia—you can help to track where they gather
Monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) appear to be declining not just in North America but also in Australasia. Could this ...
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8 incredible wildlife encounters you can only have in Australia
Australia is a land like no other. The world’s smallest continent and largest island, it’s a vast place that guarantees its ...
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These animal photos won funniest of the year
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards crowned the funniest animal photos of the year. In its tenth year, the CWPA hopes that by showcasing wildlife's humour, conversations on conservation can occur.
In a day, this deadly predator will have killed 5 million native animals
Australia has the worst mammal extinction record in the world, with at least 33 species completely wiped out.
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Can Animals Negotiate?
Territorial conflict may be the textbook case of animal negotiation. Conflict over a territory is a classic zero-sum competition. Either a competitor wins and takes the territory, or loses and leaves.