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Species evolve slowly in arid Australia
Warmer, wetter areas promote biodiversity, a new study suggests.
Tag: environment
Science & Environment
Iceland risks further catastrophic eruption
Australian geographer Deanne Bird warns that a second volcano could erupt in Iceland.
News
Massive new Indigenous Protected Area declared
Kalka-Pipalyatjara, a newly protected, Aboriginal-managed region of South Australia is home to numerous endangered species.
News
Oil and gas prospecting highlights need for marine reserves
Pressure mounts on regulators to protect marine life, as exploration for oil and gas increases in Australian waters.
News
Experts fear major reef damage from stranded ship
Park authorities are starting to assess the damage to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef as questions are raised about the need for marine pilots on all large ships navigating near to the World Heritage Area.
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Risky rescue planned for leaking ship in Great Barrier Reef
A leaking Chinese coal carrier continues to threaten reef off the coast of Rockhampton, as plans get underway to salvage the vessel.
News
Best nature photography of 2009
The annual ANZANG photo competition makes for a pretty picture collection.
News
Kimberley close to being heritage listed
The wild splendours of the Kimberley in WA are the largest land area ever assessed for National Heritage Listing.
Science & Environment
Farming high in a Himalayan desert
With artificial glaciers and other innovative technologies, a Himalayan region is regaining food self-sufficiency.
Wildlife
Cryptic creatures: the art of camouflage
Many of Australia’s seemingly defenceless creatures employ ingenious methods to hide – and seek – in plain view.