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Smaller, isolated reefs more vulnerable
If you’re a fish, you’re safer in a bigger, better connected reef, according to new research.
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Native lizard gives cancer clues
Pregnant three-toed skinks could hold the key to how human cells turn cancerous, Australian scientists have found.
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Scientists develop printable lasers
Printing your own solar panels or TV screens could be as easy as popping to the local newsagent for some laser ink.
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What do whales and females have in common?
Pilot whales, orcas and humans are the only beings to live long after menopause and scientists have now figured out why.
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NZ glacier melt tips end of ice age
A change in global wind patterns helped melt NZ glaciers and end the Ice Age, scientists report.
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Croc numbers recover
The biggest survey of crocodiles in Queensland has revealed the population is healthy.
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Human bite stronger than apes’
Despite their light skulls, human jaws are stronger than those of their ancient ancestors and ape cousins.
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Different sleep, same process
Despite different needs for sleep, mammals are surprisingly similar in the way their brains control sleep patterns, scientists say.
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Tree frogs shake off rivals
Tree frogs use a kind of seismic vibration to shake off unwelcome rivals, new research finds.
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First illustration of Australia’s T.rex cousin revealed
An illustration of Australia’s Tyrannosaurus rex relative has been revealed for the first time.