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How captivity affects the brain size of animals
Keeping animals in captivity reduce their brain size, and limits their chances of success in the wild.
Tag: biodiversity
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Not many fish in the sea, scientists say
Despite the vast ocean volumes, most species of fish are found in freshwater lakes and rivers, new research shows.
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Perth Zoo orangutan to be released into the wild
In a world first, Perth zoo will release a zoo-bred male orangutan in the jungle of Indonesia to help save the species.
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New boulder frogs discovered in Queensland
Two unusual species of frog have been discovered living in cracks between rocks in remote Cape York.
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Tasmanian devil cull won’t save the species
Culling of diseased Tasmanian devils can’t keep up with the rate of infection, new research shows.
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World has 8.7 million species, most unknown
In the most accurate estimate of species to date, scientists say we’ve only discovered about 10 per cent.
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Coral Sea a biodiversity hotspot for sharks
A new report has found that the Coral Sea is one of the most diverse habitats for sharks and tuna.
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Camera traps reveal animal self portraits
Hidden camera traps have snapped thousands of images of endangered animals in remote jungles.
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Carnaby’s black cockatoo in trouble
The rare Carnaby’s black cockatoo is sufferering a hit in numbers from multiple onslaughts.
Science & Environment
Saving Australia’s biodiversity
Rather than rushing to rescue individual species, scientists are using broad-scale solutions to save our wildlife.