These days, when scientists announce they've discovered a new species of animal, it's usually some miniature frog or deep sea isopod.

The planet has seen a number of devastating fires in recent years. From California to Canada, Thailand, and Algeria, no part ...

Before native species can be returned to their former ranges, conservationists must first know where these former habitats ...

Scientists have discovered mosquitoes can act like tiny "flying wildlife surveyors," helping researchers detect elusive and endangered animals in Australia's national parks. A team from Macquarie ...

Despite its widespread biodiversity, Australia holds an unenviable record when it comes to wildlife: the highest mammalian ...

In the scorching savannah regions of north-eastern Queensland, scientists have declared the discovery of three never-before-seen lizard species, with .

The idea of introducing non-native species to a new ecosystem remains a controversial and sensitive subject. However, for the sake of this thought experiment, it is worth exploring which North ...

Australia is famous for its wildlife, and many people associate the country with some of the most dangerous animals on Earth. While Australia is home to several highly venomous species, the overall ...

Stephen Garnett receives funding from the Australian Research Council. I am an active member of BirdLife Australia. If you did, there’s a decent chance the bird you saw lives nowhere but Australia.