Nature & Wildlife
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2021: Landscape shortlist
This category asked for photographs of landscape or seascape with minimal evidence of human settlement or interference.
Nature & Wildlife
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2021: Animal habitat shortlist
In this category, we asked for photos showing animals in the environment in which they live – this environment could be natural or built, and the animal, either native or feral. The only rule was that the animal must not be captive and has claimed the habitat independently. This shortlist shows the beautiful variety of landscapes and animals we enjoy in Australia.
Nature & Wildlife
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2021: Animal behaviour shortlist
The Animal Behaviour category asked for photographs of animals engaging in natural activities.
Adventure
Off the edge: A ski descent of Tassie’s Federation Peak
Two young Aussie adventurers attempt the impossible dream: A ski descent from the top of Tasmania’s mighty Federation Peak.
Australian Geographic Adventure
Outdoor library: Four new books to inspire adventure
From cycle trips and NSW paddling destinations, to WA’s Kimberley region and Tropical North Queensland, these books will inspire adventure.
Nature & Wildlife
The scaly-foot snail’s shell is made of actual iron – and it’s magnetic
This is the only animal in the world known to incorporate iron into its exoskeleton. It builds its shell out of the stuff, and even its soft, fleshy foot is covered in thick iron plates like a medieval knight.
Nature & Wildlife
Australia’s Quiet Places
This 146-page special has been produced in partnership with Tourism Australia, and showcases our regions, islands, wild encounters, walks and road trips.
Nature & Wildlife
The weird world of Australia’s carnivorous plants
Australia is a hotspot for carnivorous plants, boasting more than 250 species. Get to know their way of life here.
Nature & Wildlife
‘River boss’ largest extinct croc species ever discovered in Australia
Meet Gunggamarandu maunala, the largest extinct croc species ever discovered in Australia.
Nature & Wildlife
That’s not a baby platypus, this is a baby platypus
Don’t be fooled by the fake baby platypus phenomenon. This is what a real platypus puggle looks like.