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From a ‘worm’ that shoots deadly slime from its head, to a blind marsupial mole that ‘swims’ underground, let’s take a look at three leading candidates (plus 13 special mentions).
But here’s why this seemingly unremarkable bird could save other, less obvious species from devastation.
The tiny golden-tipped bat roosts in the nests of rainforest birds. But high intensity extreme fires can increasingly reach into their unburnt sanctuaries.
I attest these rather ordinary, mud-covered stingrays are beautiful, and I never tire of watching them. Unfortunately, they are at risk of decline and localised extinctions.
Spider crabs form huge underwater piles, some as tall as a person. These fascinating crustaceans are on a risky mission – to get bigger.
Let us introduce you to this shy performer and convince you that the Albert’s lyrebird is worthy of as much attention as its limelight-stealing sister species, the superb lyrebird.
New research investigating the yabby diets found just how crucial these crayfish are to aquatic ecosystems.
Leaf oysters can form reefs, produce mauve pearls, and reach the size of a dinner plate. They’ve been ignored for far too long.
Freshwater mussels are one of the most endangered groups of animals on the planet. Their demise will have dramatic consequences for freshwater environments worldwide.
Maggots are misunderstood, and we should see past the “yuck” factor and appreciate what these unique organisms can do for us.
Spiny-tailed skinks, also known as meelyu, are culturally significant to the Badimia people in Western Australia. But habitat degradation and mining have put them at threat of extinction.
Meet the parma wallaby: for decades it was presumed extinct, until it turned up in New Zealand. Today, its failure to charm Australians may have doomed it – for good.
There are 191 different species of bat across the Pacific Island. They are vital parts of the region’s biodiversity, and many species have cultural significance.
These phallic, burrowing invertebrates are certainly worth your time as integral and fascinating members — of Australia’s marine ecosystems.
The broad-toothed rat rarely, if ever, gets its own story, so I want to introduce you properly to this fascinating, unique and beautiful species. It really needs our help.
I’ve worked in threatened fish conservation and management for more than 35 years, but this species is special to me.
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Professor of Animal Ecology, Western Sydney University
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Senior Lecturer in Animal Ecology, University of the Sunshine Coast
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - School of Environmental and Rural Science, University of New England
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Professor, National Marine Science Centre, Southern Cross University
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods, Charles Darwin University, Charles Darwin University
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Professor of Conservation Science, University of Newcastle
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Associate Professor of Environmental Science, Bond University
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Adjunct associate in freshwater fisheries ecology and management, University of Canberra
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PhD Candidate, School of Biological Sciences, The University of Queensland
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PhD candidate, Curtin University
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Adjunct assistant professor, Christopher Newport University
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Badimia Elder, Indigenous Knowledge
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Lecturer, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney
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Professor, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney
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PhD Population Biology and Ecology, Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie