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Pied Butcherbird
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/birds/pied-butcherbird/

A medium-sized black and white bird with a black hood, dark brown eye, black throat and a long, hooked, grey and black bill.

Published 20 September 2018

Birds Gould publication
Black Currawong
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/birds/black-currawong/

The Black Currawong was widely eaten in the early days of European settlement in Tasmania and said to be quite tasty.

Published 27 July 2018

Birds
Superb Lyrebird
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/birds/superb-lyrebird/

The Superb Lyrebird looks like a large brown pheasant.

Published 15 April 2010

Birds Gould publication
Robins showing their true colours
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/robins-showing-their-true-colours/

Some Eastern Yellow Robins are brighter than others, but are they just drifting?

Published 10 February 2017

Birds blog Ornithology
The quest for the Dwarf-Kingfisher
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/the-quest-for-the-dwarf-kingfisher/

If a kingfisher is caught in a net, does it reside in the forest?

Published 18 December 2018

Birds kingfisher bird ornithology
Generalists are the most urban-tolerant birds
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/generalists-most-urban-tolerant/

We used a novel method, integrating large datasets, to identify the ‘urbanness’ of Australian birds

Published 15 January 2019

Birds AMRI Science
Feathers of the Gods: Is it a Bird?
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/feathers-gods-bird/

Is it a bat? Is it a plane? If you are an air traveller, you probably have more to do with museums, especially ours, than you think!

Published 03 March 2014

Bats AMRI Blog DNA Birds
Diversity and same-sex pairings in birds
https://australian.museum/inside-out/pride-light/birds/

Discover the fascinating world of avian diversity, including birds that display same-sex behaviour in the wild. Explore the complex social dynamics and behaviours of these feathered creatures and learn about their unique adaptations and relationships.

Published 07 February 2023

Birds WorldPride
Bats, birds and bones: a view to a kill
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/bats-birds-and-bones-a-view-to-a-kill/

Songbird fossils from Queensland reveal the diet of an ancient population of the carnivorous Ghost Bat.

Published 15 December 2016

Bats AMRI songbirds Blog Birds fossils
First Nations storytelling
https://australian.museum/publications/birds-storybox/first-nations-storytelling/

Australia’s birds play many symbolic roles in First Nations cultures. As carriers of story, they teach us how to live in connection with other living beings.

Published 09 March 2023

Birds Birds of Australia First Nations Gould publication

Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

Special exhibition
On now

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. Opening 16 August at the Australian Museum.

Special Exhibition
Opens 16 August 2025

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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