Ecology
Sciences & Technology
Research
We’re using lasers to determine the age of sharks
A new technique is combining geochemistry and marine ecology to more accurately determine the age of sharks and reconstruct their life history
Sciences & Technology
Research
Australia’s vast savannas are changing, and AI is showing us how
AI can now predict the future of Australia’s vast savannas, forecasting wildfire risks and ecosystem changes years ahead
Sciences & Technology
Research
As demand for unusual pets increases, billions of animals enter unregulated wildlife trade
New research tracked international routes of around 2.85 billion animals in the global wildlife trade, revealing alarming threats to biosecurity and the survival of many species
Environment
Research
Thermal drones are helping to monitor some of Australia’s most elusive wildlife
Thermal camera-equipped drones are revolutionising wildlife surveys in Victoria’s native forests
Environment
Research
Speedy bearded dragons are sprinting towards danger
A study monitoring the activity of lizards in the Australian wild found that, surprisingly, the fastest lizards are also the most likely to die
Environment
How to help sick or injured wildlife this summer
Reporting animals in trouble can make a huge difference to our understanding of wildlife health and disease patterns
Environment
'Videogame ecology’ can help us understand the climate crisis in our forests
New research is using computer game models to ‘challenge’ Australian plant species to survive future climate and fire scenarios
Environment
Q&A
Q&A: How a ‘pooter’ is helping endangered grasshoppers find new homes
Translocation is helping protect the endangered Key’s Matchstick Grasshopper and enhancing ecosystems in south-eastern Australia
Sciences & Technology
Birds are the ultimate architects, designing their nests for every climate
Whether it’s a dome, cup or pendant, new research shows bird nest designs match specific climatic conditions, giving hope that some can adjust nesting behaviours for changing weather conditions
Sciences & Technology
Opinion
Victoria’s new habitat law fails to protect a tiny endangered species
A critically endangered wingless stonefly in Australia could face extinction after the government went against scientific advice