The Battle for Ningaloo’s Nursery
15 Jan 2021

The Battle for Ningaloo’s Nursery

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Exmouth Gulf is unprotected and in the sights of oil and gas developers. The gulf is home to a globally-unique ecosystem and acts as a nursery for many fish species. But, as Michelle Wheeler investigates, a proposed pipe-line bundling facility … Continued
To get big, grow slow
22 Sep 2020

To get big, grow slow

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Whale shark females overtake the males to become the world's largest fish. This article is well suited to Biology students in years 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 10 who are learning about the lifecycle, adaptations and classification of native … Continued
Predators, prey and moonlight singing
16 Sep 2020

Predators, prey and moonlight singing

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How phases of the Moon affect native wildlife. Scientists investigate how native animals are impacted by varying levels of light. This article is suitable for science students in years 3-7 who are learning about light, ecosystems and the Moon. Word … Continued