Live Fast, Die Last
15 Jan 2021

Live Fast, Die Last

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In complete defiance of one of nature’s most fundamental laws, a species of tiny, frenetic bat is living 10 times longer – and healthier – than it should. Andrew Bain talks to the research team embarking on the project of … Continued
Gorillas in Our Midst: The changing face of conservation
15 Jan 2021

Gorillas in Our Midst: The changing face of conservation

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A close encounter with the gorilla matriarch at Melbourne Zoo inspired Elizabeth Finkel to tell her story and that of the zoo that transformed itself around her into a conservation organisation. Being such a close relative of humans, Gorillas hold … Continued
A high-tech battle to protect the black rhino
3 Dec 2020

A high-tech battle to protect the black rhino

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New tracking technology is helping fight poaching in Namibia. This article highlights the important role that technology plays in the conservation of species. It is best suited for Year 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9 Biology students as well as … Continued
Tim Jarvis: Human-wildlife conflict: an unequal contest that needs redefining
23 Sep 2020

Tim Jarvis: Human-wildlife conflict: an unequal contest that needs redefining

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When humans and animals cross, it’s termed conflict. As Tim Jarvis explains, that’s not correct. This passionate article explains the human impact on ecosystems and the effect that is having on native animals. It is well suited to year 7 … Continued
Dogs sniff out endangered insects
25 Jul 2019

Dogs sniff out endangered insects

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Three dogs have been trained to find endangered insects, and they could revolutionise conservation practices. This short article would sit alongside Biological and Earth and Space sciences for years 4, 5, 6, and 7. It would work well when teaching … Continued
Predator exposure can help vulnerable species survive in the wild
27 May 2019

Predator exposure can help vulnerable species survive in the wild

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems, Genetics, Lifecycles, Living Things Additional: Careers, Technology. Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems, Diversity and Evolution, Form and Function Years: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Scientists don’t really get the female … Continued
Mexican Fishing Bats
26 Sep 2018

Mexican Fishing Bats

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This short SCINEMA 2018 Community Program film follows Edward Hurme and his team as they study Mexican Fishing Bats, trying to work out exactly how they hunt and catch prey, using biological systems far more advanced than any technology we … Continued