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The sparkly enigma moth a unique species

This recently discovered moth has been labelled by scientist as one of the most exciting entomological finds 40 years.

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Australasian bittern known as the Bunyip bird

The bittern is one of the only figures to cross over from Aborignal Australian mythology to that of the early European settlers

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Bennett’s wallabies get high on poppy seeds

Bennett’s wallabies are special for two reasons: their white coat, and their penchant for poppies.

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Slender-spined porcupinefish an expert in defence

Just like a porcupine, this fish has spines that spring up to defend itself from predators

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Regent bowerbird, an intelligent builder

The regent bowerbird male is one of the more striking of the family of bower builders, and he’s intelligent too

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Veined octopus a clever cephalopod

This talented octopus sources and cleans out coconut shells to use as shelter

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Pellucid hawk moth’s wings like invisibility cloak

The transparent wings of the pellucid hawk moth reflect most light, making them harder to see.

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The elusive hourglass dolphin

This elusive mammal is the only species of cetacean to be formally classified without a specimen

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The ‘ball-cutter’ fish

This Amazon native can be found in the rivers of PNG and harbours a mouth full of teeth

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Mistletoebird: Australia’s native flowerpecker

Australia’s only flowerpecker, the mistletoebird just loves its namesake plant