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Poorly-known parasites threaten freshwater biodiversity
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amri-poorly-known-parasites-threaten-freshwater-biodiversity/

A new paper is calling for more attention to be paid to poorly-known micro-organisms capable of killing off amphibians and fishes.

Published 11 December 2014

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Sydney Harbour - 3000 species and counting!
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/sydney-harbour-species/

Quick quiz ... how many species of animals live in Sydney Harbour? Do you know where those animals live?

Published 04 September 2014

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Urban Biodiversity and the City of Sydney
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/urban-biodiversity-and-the-city-of-sydney/

Biodiversity is a crucial factor in the environmental, social and cultural health of a city. Biodiversity in the City of Sydney's area has declined because of urban development; buildings and roads have taken away some of the habitat that used to provide a home for plants and animals

Published 23 December 2010

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Impacts of climate change on the Great Barrier Reef
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/teachers/learning/climate-change-coral-reef/

Watch Dr Anne Hoggett and Dr Lyle Vail share their observations of recent bleaching and coral recovery around Lizard Island.

Published 24 November 2020

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DNA barcoding
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/teachers/learning/dna-barcoding-modules/

These eight DNA barcoding modules consist of videos, 3D animations and worksheets about the application of technology in the lab, including the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing.

Published 19 August 2021

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Same same but different: uncovering the cryptic diversity of Asian horned frogs
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/uncovering-the-cryptic-diversity-of-asian-horned-frogs/

Discovering new species of horned frogs, after the fieldwork is done.

Published 22 December 2017

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Honouring Professor Richard Frankham: Winner of the 2019 Whitley Special Commendation Certificate
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/honouring-professor-richard-frankham/

Over 50 years in the field of evolutionary genetics and a leader in conservation genetics, we honour Professor Richard (Dick) Frankham, winner of the 2019 Whitley Special Commendation Certificate.

Published 08 January 2020

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Peering into the past: Potoroos provide new insight into biodiversity in Australia
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/peering-into-the-past-potoroos-provide-new-insight-into-biodiversity-in-australia/

Our study of one of Australia's most secretive marsupials sheds light on how changes to forests have enriched biodiversity

Published 02 December 2015

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Discovering the biodiversity of the Greater Mekong
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amri-discovering-the-greater-mekong/

Much of the biodiversity of the Greater Mekong region in Southeast Asia remains undiscovered, but is already under great threat.

Published 07 October 2014

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Biodiversity Hotspot: Treasures of the Kimberley
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/expeditions/featured-project-treasures-of-the-kimberley/

The north-western Australian Kimberley is one of fifteen Australian biodiversity hotspots. Its coast boasts an archipelago that comprises several hundred large, and thousands of much smaller islands.

Published 07 July 2011

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Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

Special exhibition
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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® worlds in RELICS, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. Opening 16 August at the Australian Museum.

Special Exhibition
Opens 16 August 2025

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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