The fight to restore Lake Pedder
Science & EnvironmentDefenders of Lake Pedder, which was inundated in 1972, are aiming to submit an Ecological Management Plan to restore the ancient lake by 2021.
Wildlife
10 remarkable photos of Tasmania’s wildlife
WildlifeSince its inception, Australian Geographic has documented the unique wildlife of Tasmania. Here we look back on some of our favourite subjects.
Cockatoo identified in 13th Century Vatican manuscript
NewsThe oldest-known European depiction of an Australasian cockatoo has been discovered in a Holy Roman Emperor’s falconry guide.
Everything you need to know about magpie season
WildlifeLook to the skies: the season of swooping birds is upon us again.
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2017: Animal habitat shortlist
WildlifeIn this category, we asked for photos showing animals in the environment in which they live – this environment could be natural or built, and the animal, either native or feral. The only rule was that the animal must not be captive and has claimed the habitat independently. This shortlist shows the beautiful variety of landscapes and animals we enjoy in Australia. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide (11 August to 24 September) and the Australian Museum in Sydney (11 August to 10 December)
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2017: Animal behaviour shortlist
WildlifeThe Animal Behaviour category asked for photographs of animals engaging in natural activities. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide (11 August to 24 September) and the Australian Museum in Sydney (11 August to 10 December)
AG Nature Photographer of the Year 2017: Animal portrait shortlist
WildlifeIn this category, 30% of the frame had to be taken up by the animal. Creatures of the land, air and sea all feature in this stunning shortlist. These photos will be exhibited at the South Australian Museum in Adelaide (11 August to 24 September) and the Australian Museum in Sydney (11 August to 10 December)
The crabs that wear sea sponges like a hat
WildlifeForget shells – these crabs use a more stylish ‘do for their protection, trimming and fashioning live sea sponges.
Great cormorants can hear underwater as well as whales
NewsGreat cormorants have underwater hearing abilities to match toothed whales and seals, and may be relying on them to hunt fish.
Queensland family contributes $18.5m to conservation research
NewsAustralian wildlife research has received a huge funding boost from two Queensland philanthropists, with a new facility for teaching wildlife management techniques and improving conservation of the region’s natural landscape.