History & Culture
The Australian river legally recognised as a ‘living entity’
Rivers all around the world are being given their own legal rights. But what does this mean? And how does it work?
Tag: nature
History & Culture
Gondwanaland: the search for a land before (human) time
The Gondwana supercontinent broke up millions of years ago. Now, researchers are piecing it back together again.
News
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.
News
6 things learned about Earth from meteorites and comets
Comets and meteorites aren’t just space rocks; they’re a window into the history of Earth and have plenty to teach about the planet’s formation.
Fundraising
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.
News
Scientists pose as cleaner fish to perform whale shark ultrasounds
Marine scientists have used underwater ultrasounds to monitor the health of whale shark populations at Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia.
Science & Environment
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.
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.
Destinations
Escape to an island where it’s always Christmas
Join a local and unwrap the many and wondrous gifts of Christmas Island.