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Need for speed led to seal swim evolution
A need for speed led to some seals and sea lions evolving larger front flippers to help catch fast-swimming prey like penguins, Australian researchers say.
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Hairy-nosed wombat numbers grow to over 300 in Queensland
Conservationists in Queensland are cautiously celebrating after the population of the northern hairy-nosed wombat surpassed 300.
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The doughboy scallop looks like disembodied dentures covered in muppet hair
There’s more to the humble scallop than you may think.
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Saving the Rainbow Bones – film
The relationship between the opal miners and palaeontologists of Lightning Ridge has been forged over many decades. This is the story of how they work together to ensure Lightning Ridge’s iconic opalised fossils are protected.
Australian Geographic Adventure
Osprey Aether Plus 85: Tested
The Osprey Aether Plus 85 is designed to carry heavy loads when trekking. We head into the alpine backcountry to test this big bopper out.
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Endangered orange-bellied parrots released into wild
Dozens of endangered orange-bellied parrots have been released into the wild in Victoria as part of a trial to boost their population.
Australian Geographic Adventure
Adventure Fitness: Body composition and how it affects your outdoor activities
You don’t have to rock a set of six-pack abs to enjoy the outdoors but having a body composition that is optimised for your favourite activity will make sure you get the most out of every minute you’re out there.