Biodiversity
Nest of endangered coastal emu found in northern NSW
A coastal emu nest has been discovered on the NSW North Coast, where the population of the endangered species is estimated at fewer than 40 individuals.
Tag: environment
Biodiversity
Colour and song most at risk as birdlife declines due to poor urban design
The birds that fill our mornings with songs and our parks and gardens with colour are disappearing from our cities, a new study has found.
Biodiversity
Burdened by beauty
Northern Australia’s Gouldian finch survives in huge numbers in cages around the world, but its wild population continues to struggle.
Nature Photographer of the Year
Winners: 2024 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year
As the natural world continues to take a hit from climate change, biodiversity loss and other human-induced changes, the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year (AGNPOTY) competition reminds us, yet again, of the beauty and inspiration that surrounds us.
Biodiversity
Mightier than the saw
Sawfish are among the world’s most unusual marine creatures. But some species are also among the most threatened animals on the planet.
Climate
A climate expert explains why Australia is so hot right now
It’s winter in Australia, but as you’ve probably noticed, the weather is unusually warm. The top temperatures over large parts of the country this weekend were well above average for this time of year.
Nature & Wildlife
A deep dive into the world of reef manta rays
Ask anyone who has encountered a manta ray in the wild to recount the experience, and you’ll witness their eyes illuminate, their faces animate, and perhaps their arms will instinctively mimic the graceful, soaring movements of these majestic creatures.
Science & Environment
Unprecedented biosecurity response hopes to tackle wood-boring beetle outbreak
It is only the size of a sesame seed but a tiny beetle that has entered Australia could change the way our cities look.
Science & Environment
What does healthy soil sound like?
Healthy soil is teeming with life. An astonishing 59 per cent of Earth’s species live in soil. They play crucial roles in maintaining soil health and, by extension, the health of our planet. But this vital resource is under threat.
Nature & Wildlife
Maugean skate baby delivers hope for endangered species
In a world first, a Maugean skate has hatched from an egg laid in captivity. Scientists hope it’s the first of many.