News: environmental science
New ‘king’ of fossils discovered on Kangaroo Island
Fossils of a giant new species from the long-extinct group of sea creatures called trilobites have been found on Kangaroo Island.
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A shore future for our coastal vegetation
Researchers are using new ways to gain genetic information from ocean sediment to determine the past and future survival of our coastal vegetation.
Where do rocks come from?
Five-year-old Claire from Perth asks Professor Alan Collins, "where do rocks come from?"
When pets become pests: the exotic pet trade producing invasive species
Scientists are learning more about what drives the exotic pet trade to help reduce the threat of new invasive animal and bird species.
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Higher biodiversity means healthier humans
Scientists find restoring environments to include a wider range of species can promote ‘good’ bacteria over ‘bad’.
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Uncovering long-term growth histories in fishery species
Jasmin Martino investigates the use of ear stone chronologies for understanding long-term trends and drivers of growth in fisheries.
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Australia’s epic story: a tale of amazing people, amazing creatures & rising seas
The Australian continent has a remarkable history - a story of isolation, desiccation and resilience on an ark at the edge of the world.
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Who, where, when, why, wasp? New wasps named after biscuits & Doctor Who aliens
Researchers inspired by chocolate biscuits and Doctor Who aliens when choosing names for 10 new species of wasps.
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Underground beetle breathing brainteaser solved
Scientists have uncovered how aquatic beetles breathe in underground water.
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