Australians are helping scientists get vital data this spring. Here’s how.
26 Oct 2022

Australians are helping scientists get vital data this spring. Here’s how.

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Using smartphone and web-based apps, the public are spotting the country’s rarely seen animals. This interesting article outlines projects and resources that allow you to get hands on with scientific research this Spring. Citizen science projects actively involve citizens in … Continued
Changing the colour of fishing nets could save thousands of penguins
13 Oct 2021

Changing the colour of fishing nets could save thousands of penguins

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Melbourne Zoo’s little penguins have been participating in scientific research that could save thousands of penguins lives. This resource is best suited to Biology students in Years 6, 7 and 9 learning about ecosystems and how technology impacts both negatively … Continued
Meet Moss, the best boy helping Tassie devils find love
23 Jul 2020

Meet Moss, the best boy helping Tassie devils find love

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“Detection dogs are the perfect intermediary between people and wildlife — they can sniff out what we can’t and communicate with us as a team.” This heartwarming story tells of an excellent use of detection dogs to help society and … Continued