Meet the smart little shrimp that rides on the back of nudibranchs
WildlifeThese images of emperor shrimps riding their nudibranch hosts are hilarious.
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Delve into the world of our furry, feathered and scaled friends.
Landholders have a responsibility to protect Australia’s koalas too
WildlifeThe relationship between landholders and koalas hasn’t always been positive, but landholders like Linda and David Kellalea are stepping up for these iconic Aussie animals.
The sad story behind this devastating photograph of a little penguin
WildlifeThis photograph is a shortlisted image in this years Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition.
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2019: Animal behaviour shortlist
Nature Photographer of the YearThe Animal Behaviour category asked for photographs of animals engaging in natural activities. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide from Friday 16 August until Sunday 10 November 2019 and the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences in Sydney from Friday 16 August until Sunday October 20
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2019: Animal habitat shortlist
Nature Photographer of the YearIn 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. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide from Friday 16 August until Sunday 10 November 2019 and the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences in Sydney from Friday 16 August until Sunday October 20
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2019: Animal portrait shortlist
Nature Photographer of the YearIn this category, 30% of the frame had to be taken up by the animal. Creatures of the land, air and sea all feature in this stunning shortlist. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide from Friday 16 August until Sunday 10 November 2019 and the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences in Sydney from Friday 16 August until Sunday October 20
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2019: Junior shortlist
Nature Photographer of the YearThis shortlist showcases the finest nature photography from entrants under the age of 18. The beauty of the shots contained is indicative of the talent in our budding Australian photographers. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide from Friday 16 August until Sunday 10 November 2019 and the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences in Sydney from Friday 16 August until Sunday October 20
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2019: Monochrome shortlist
Nature Photographer of the YearStunning photos of landscapes and animals sit side by side in a gallery that may be without colour, but certainly isn’t without interest. Photographs could be sepia-toned or infrared. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide from Friday 16 August until Sunday 10 November 2019 and the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences in Sydney from Friday 16 August until Sunday October 20
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2019: Threatened species shortlist
Nature Photographer of the YearIn this category, we asked for photos of flora or fauna that have been deemed threatened, rare, vulnerable or endangered. This shortlist is a reminder of how many beautiful animals face extinction if we do not act. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide from Friday 16 August until Sunday 10 November 2019 and the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences in Sydney from Friday 16 August until Sunday October 20
7 things you definitely didn’t know about Aussie pelicans
WildlifeThere’s more to these ancient, supposedly chihuahua-swallowing birds than you may think.