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The Kimberley boab nut collection, newly acquired by Australian Museum, documents the practices, life events and stories of the people of the Kimberley region.

Each month, a selected blog from Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation (LIRRF) is featured at the AM. LIRRF supports scientific research & education at the AM’s Lizard Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef. For this month, we feature: 2022 Critical Research Grant awarded.

Today, Wednesday 18 May 2022, we celebrate International Museum Day.

In conversation with Professor Julie Bines, winner of the 2021 Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre Eureka Prize for Infectious Diseases Research.

Decades after their discovery, two species of bottletail squid are finally formally described. Jae Santos at the Australian Museum tells us how these species differ from other squids, and the stages in bringing new species to light.

A recent snail survey on Lord Howe Island was punctuated with shouts of excitement, as we found not one, not two, but three rarely seen species.

The most comprehensive genetic assessment of koala populations to date has provided fascinating insights into how the species responded to past climate change, and highlights the critical role of museums in supporting ongoing conservation efforts.

Each month, a selected blog from Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation (LIRRF) is featured at the AM. LIRRF supports scientific research & education at the AM’s Lizard Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef. For this month, we feature: Damselfishes in colour.

The Moana Toa series celebrates International Women’s Day by highlighting a selection of Pasifika women leaders and recognising their contribution towards gender equality.

Australian Museum scientist, Dr Stephen Jackson, leads the publication of the recovery plan for the endangered mahogany glider.

In conversation with Joel Werner and Olivia Willis, co-winners of the 2021 Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Science Journalism.

A recent study by an international team of scientists has tested the expectation that big cats in the wild exhibit greater skeletal density than their captive counterparts. The results of which affect future comparative studies and rewilding programs!

Monotremes are iconic Australasian species. But the origins of these species have continually raised questions for scientists; why aren’t they more present in the fossil record and why can we only find them in Australia and New Guinea? An international team with AM scientists find the answers!

The Moana Toa series celebrates International Women’s Day by highlighting a selection of Pasifika women leaders and recognising their contribution towards gender equality.

The Records of the Australian Museum has long followed the principles of free, accessible and timely scientific publication – now, these principles have been rewarded by the journal’s admission to a prestigious publishing index.