Seven new species of spiders, whose kin have taken the world by storm with their adorable appearance and mesmerising dance moves, have been discovered in WA and South Australia.
Plants & Animals
Jul 19, 2016
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The western swamp tortoise (Pseudemydura umbrina) could soon be calling WA's south coast home following extensive modelling to find new sites where populations could thrive.
Ecology
Jul 13, 2016
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A small, shy subspecies of the common brushtail possum (Trichosurus vulpecular hypoleucus) or koomal will continue to disappear from south west forests unless action is taken to address climate change.
Ecology
Jul 11, 2016
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Extraterrestrial space rocks have provided a window to the early beginnings of our solar system.
Space Exploration
Jul 11, 2016
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Karijini National Park is set to become WA's first Dark Sky Park if Perth-based Dr Kellie Pendoley from Pendoley Environmental—and a leading member of the International Dark Sky Association (IDA)—gets her way.
Earth Sciences
Jul 8, 2016
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Prawns are returning to WA's beloved Swan and Canning Rivers thanks to a recent restocking program that has now seen 4.5 million juvenile western school prawns (Metapenaeus dalli) released into the iconic waterways.
Ecology
Jul 5, 2016
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Many people visit the WA Museum to see displays without being aware of its vast research collection that can help us to understand and conserve endangered species.
Plants & Animals
Jul 5, 2016
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Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are playing the role of medical doctor and are now able to diagnose the stress levels of plants, which could lead to less insecticide use.
Ecology
Jun 29, 2016
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Western Australia's urban sprawl may be closing in on the future of the state's fragile native plant and bird population, according to a recent study.
Ecology
Jun 28, 2016
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Research into micro-meteorites, meteorites smaller than 2 millimeters, found in Western Australia have shed new light on the make-up of the ancient Earth's atmosphere.
Earth Sciences
Jun 27, 2016
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