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Oological odyssey – the wonders of bird eggs
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/oological-odyssey-the-wonders-of-bird-eggs/

The variation in size, colour and shape of bird eggs is part of what makes them so fascinating! This variety reflects the diversity of Australia’s birdlife.

Published 12 April 2020
Bridging the DNA barcode gap: field sampling of fishes in East Australia
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/bridging-the-dna-barcode-gap/

Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding provides a new tool to monitor biodiversity in our oceans but the greatest challenge that it faces is a lack of DNA barcode reference libraries. Natural history museums are best placed to come to the rescue in the near future.

Published 28 April 2020
An Unusual Chair
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/an-unusual-chair/

Is Australian Museum Ornithologist, Alfred John North's Thonet chair the only surviving example of this design in Australian asks Virginia Wright?

Published 05 May 2020

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“Plague is present in Sydney” – How the 1900 bubonic plague outbreak compares to COVID-19
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/plague-in-sydney/

A small pamphlet from the Australian Museum Research Library reveals the public health response to the 1900 bubonic plague outbreak in Sydney.

Published 08 May 2020

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The Devil in the Detail
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/the-devil-in-the-detail/

The Royal Australian Mint recently released their commemorative coin series. One of the designs was based on this handsome devil, an Australian Museum specimen!

Published 19 May 2020
Conservation Cold Case
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/what-caused-frog-disappearances-on-the-new-england-tablelands/

What caused frog disappearances on the New England Tablelands 40 years ago?

Published 09 June 2020
Afterlife: The coffin and spirit of Egyptian official Neter-Nekhta
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/neter-nekhta-coffin/

Discover Neter-Nekhta's coffin and learn about his journey to the kingdom of god.

Published 12 May 2020

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Islands in the sky: surveying the vertebrate fauna of Coolah Tops
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/islands-in-the-sky-surveying-the-vertebrate-fauna-of-coolah-tops/

Despite its high biodiversity and biogeographical interest, the fauna of Coolah Tops and the surrounding area is not well known. A recent Australian Museum Expedition to Coolah Tops helped close this gap, as our scientists found a diverse and intriguing fauna.

Published 26 May 2020
Mary Soady - remembering an overlooked artist
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/marysoadyillustrator/

Mary Soady's legacy is recalled through her illustrative work at the Australian Museum.

Published 05 June 2020

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Worm Wizards of Oz: self-isolated, but connected
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/worm-wizards-of-oz-self-isolated-but-connected/

Dr Elena (Lena) Kupriyanova and her team from the “Worm Lab” (Marine Invertebrates) have been busy during this lockdown period. Have a look at what our scientists have been up to …

Published 10 June 2020

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
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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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