Wildlife
Bees more deadly than spiders in Australia
Australia’s scientists are abuzz with the potential of our native bees, some of which can be deadly.
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Wildlife
Arachnophobia: how to beat your spider fears
When dealing with spiders, education is far more effective than a thick-soled shoe
Wildlife
Gallery: Australian spiders
When dealing with spiders, education is far more effective than a thick-soled shoe.
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How much can a koala bear?
Is this beloved national icon a threatened species, or a plague? It all depends where you look.
Wildlife
Guard dogs: Fur protects feathers
Italian sheepdogs are keeping foxes away from a Victorian penguin colony.
Wildlife
A guide to Australia’s dragon species
They’re resilient, they’re intriguing and Australia’s dragons are every bit as adventurous as their flame-throwing namesakes.
Wildlife
Captive breeding a species’ saviour
Programs have been put in place to reduce the extinction risk of some of Australia’s most endangered species.
Wildlife
Saving the world’s endangered insects: pt II
Initiatives are in place to bring attention to less cuddly endangered species, such as insects.
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Saving the world’s endangered insects
Survival is hard enough for furry and lovable endangered animals, let alone the small and unattractive ones. Thankfully, Australia’s small but passionate army of conservationists is here to help.