Blog archive: February 2018
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AMRI
The most threatened animals in the world
A new IUCN report reveals that nearly every second freshwater species on some of the islands off East Africa are threatened with extinction.
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Museullaneous
AMplify ep 38: Michael Mel
West Pacific Collection Manager Michael Mel takes Kim McKay back to his homeland in the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea.
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AMRI
Just how threatened are amphibians?
Our knowledge of amphibians is changing so fast, understanding just how threatened they are is proving a challenge.
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AMRI
In Search of the ‘Other 95%’ - Werrikimbe
A recent adventure to Werrikimbe National Park was an eye-opening field trip for AMRI Research Associate, Dr Geoff Williams OAM.
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AMRI
A bird in the bush is worth $223,851 in the hand
Birdwatchers flock to see a Black-backed Oriole in Pennsylvania, USA, generating significant economic impact in the process.
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AMRI
One up, one down and one sideways
Sorting out some overlooked skink lizards using museum collections.
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AMRI
Pint-sized perfect
Fossicking among our collections often reaps intriguing rewards, as my colleague Dr Jan Strugnell from James Cook Uni and I have discovered
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AMRI
Looking back to move forward: traditional knowledge and genetics informs threatened species management
Knowledge from traditional owners and modern genetics has enabled improved management of the black-footed rock-wallaby in South Australia
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Science
FrogID citizen scientists are putting frogs on the map
From suburban Sydney to the most remote parts of the country, FrogID citizen scientists are helping to better understand Aussie frogs.
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Science
Eureka Prizes - rewarding excellence in Australian science
The 2018 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes are now open!
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AMRI
Skeleton shrimp jump out of the closet
Every day is Halloween for these tiny shrimp and visiting researcher Dr José Guerra Garcia loves to celebrate with those in the AMRI collection