News
Birds can sniff out their own species
For the first time, it’s been shown that birds can sniff out their own kind by the smell of their feathers
Tag: birds of australia
AustroPalaeo
The incredible shrinking dinosaur
South Australian museum study shows how birds were born.
Destinations
Looking for birds in tropical Queensland
An abundance of native birdlife in tropical north Queensland calls to sharp-eyed twitchers far and wide.
News
Birds fly to a favourite side
Birds have an innate preference for flying left or right, says a new study.
Wildlife
Video: Where do eagles dare?
Watch the trailer to Simon Cherriman’s new documentary about wedge-tailed eagles
News
Biodiversity hotspot in WA explained
SW Western Australia is one of the world’s major biodiversity hotspots. A new study reveal why this may be the case.
Wildlife
Gallery: Bird beauties of SE Queensland
There is a plethora of stunning birds in south-east Queensland and photographer Graeme Toft, based on the Sunshine Coast, specialises in capturing them. His primary area of interest is the local residents and migratory species of SE Queensland. “There is a wonderful diversity of species within a three hour drive from my home. A lifetime could be spent photographing them all,” he says.
Creatura Blog
The rose-crowned fruit dove looks like a rainbow Paddle Pop
This dove rivals parrots with its colourful feather patterns.
AG Society News
Bird nest boxes gives kids a nature experience
A new program bringing birds and nest-boxes to schools gives kids a chance to help native animals.
AG Society News
Swift parrot numbers underestimated
An AGS-sponsored scientist has come up with a new method for counting swift parrot nests.