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Science

The best time to gather information about a species is before they decline.

A larval flounder with a long projection on its snout made waves in the fish section.

We're very excited that the Museum’s 5th mobile application has been released.

A host of spore-producing parasites may be waiting in the wings for a chance to attack amphibians.

The entries are in, now over to our judges for the hard part.

Newly discovered species of praying mantises are adapted to Australia's arid climate.

Fossils are more than intriguing ancient objects. They can reveal much about the past, present and future. What might a fossil shrimp reveal?

Every year, the question most commonly asked at the Australian Museum's Open Day is: why do you need so many specimens in jars?

A history of tea in 488 words.

A major volcanic eruption about 3000 years ago contributed to the earliest pottery production in Papua New Guinea.

Who owned the Shirase sword?

The beauty of Indonesian fabric amplified by knowledge.

Understanding species diversity in the Amazon, one electric fish at a time!

Male land fish invest more in their looks when competition for females is higher.

The Museum's Long Gallery is about to be transformed to reflect some of its 19th century glory and the science of the time.