Feral cats are being outsmarted by this adorable species
26 Jun 2020

Feral cats are being outsmarted by this adorable species

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Feral cats wreak havoc on native wildlife, but researchers have found one marsupial that can outsmart the prowling predators in a deadly game of hide and seek. This article is suitable for Biology students in years 1, 4, and 7 … Continued
Murder hornets? Meh. Our pest wasps decapitate flies and bully dingoes
4 Jun 2020

Murder hornets? Meh. Our pest wasps decapitate flies and bully dingoes

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Over the past 50 years, introduced European wasps have taken hold in Australia, and their attitude towards native species can be ruthless. This article highlights the impact of introduced species on native Australian species. It highlights the co-dependence of ecosystems … Continued
One little bandicoot can dig up an elephant’s worth of soil a year – and our ecosystem loves it
11 Mar 2020

One little bandicoot can dig up an elephant’s worth of soil a year – and our ecosystem loves it

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An animal that digs holes seems like more of a nuisance than a help, but according to researchers, there’s a lot to dig about a digging bandicoot. Make connections between Biological and Earth and Space Sciences for students in years … Continued