Australian Geographic

103 articles in the Truth Foundry index. Each links out to the original.

• Tasmania's Celebrity Seal Neil Faces Public Safety Concerns · Tourism Tasmania urges public to keep distance from wild seal Neil amid safety fears
• Rocket Launches at Whalers Way Threaten Australia's Endangered Coastal Wildlife · Proposed rocket facility at Whalers Way risks acoustic trauma and blast injury to endangered birds and sea lions.
• London Garden Show Showcases Australian Outback Plants Amid Climate Warming · Max Parker-Smith wins silver medal for Australian-themed garden at Chelsea Flower Show
• Southern Right Whales Rest Upside-Down to Conserve Energy and Cool Down · Southern right whale mothers rest upside-down to conserve energy and regulate body temperature while nursing calves.
• Origins of NAIDOC Week Traced to 1938 Day of Mourning Protest · NAIDOC Week originated from the 1938 Day of Mourning protest demanding Indigenous rights and citizenship.
• Alan Davison and Bev & Lang Kidby Win 2026 Adventurer of the Year Awards · Australian Geographic honors Alan Davison for his solo Murray-Darling Basin paddle and the Kidbys for their historic vehicle expeditions.
• Cycling Through New Zealand's Around the Mountains Trail: A Journey of Friendship and Reflection · Author and lifelong friend Hugh explore New Zealand's Around the Mountains Trail, finding moments of stillness and reflection amidst adventure.
• Conservationist Survives Tiger Snake Bite on Remote Australian Hike · A nature conservation worker survives a tiger snake bite after an eight-hour ordeal in the remote Australian bush.
• Ballista Spider Uses Silk-Powered Trap to Launch Ants into Air · The ballista spider employs a unique spring-loaded snare to launch green tree ants with extreme acceleration.
• Australia Celebrates Major Conservation Wins: Frogs, Mantis Species, and Dark Sky Reserve · Australia releases 842 endangered frogs, discovers four new mantis species, and gains Dark Sky Reserve status.
• Epaulette Sharks Thrive in Australia's Harsh Reef Flats · Epaulette sharks survive extreme tidal conditions by walking on fins and slowing heart rates.
• Australia Confirms First H5N1 Bird Flu Cases Amid Extinction Fears · Australia records first H5N1 bird flu cases, sparking concerns over wildlife extinction and cultural impacts.
• Australian Aviation Legends: Pilots Flying Under Bridges in WWII and Beyond · Local folklore and historical records recount daredevil pilots flying small aircraft under Australian bridges during WWII and earlier eras.
• Yakima StageTwo V2 Bike Rack Tested for E-MTBs and Heavy Loads · Yakima's updated StageTwo V2 offers improved security and ease of use for heavy e-bikes.
• Whale Scientist Warns Against Antarctic Krill Harvesting for Human Supplements · Dr Vanessa Pirotta argues Antarctic krill must be protected from harvesting to sustain Southern Ocean ecosystems.
• Toby Story Shares Essential Kayaking Tips for Beginners · Toby Story outlines seven key lessons for new kayakers to improve safety, efficiency, and enjoyment on the water.
• Deadly H5N1 Bird Flu Confirmed in Sea Birds on Australian Mainland · First confirmed cases of deadly H5N1 bird flu found in sea birds in Western Australia.
• 100 Images Shortlisted for 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photography Awards · Australian Geographic announces 100 shortlisted entries for its 2026 Nature Photographer of the Year competition.
• First Vietnamese Boat People Arrive in Australia in 1976 Amidst Refugee Crisis · Five Vietnamese refugees arrived in Darwin in 1976, marking the start of Australia's resettlement of 94,000 Indochinese refugees.
• NFSA Inducts Sounds of Australia 2026 Collection Featuring Marcia Hines and Jack Karlson · The National Film and Sound Archive inducts diverse sounds including Marcia Hines' hit and Jack Karlson's arrest speech.
• Australian Reefs, Turtles, and Whales Face Climate and Noise Challenges · New research highlights resilient WA reefs, a sea turtle rehab center, and ocean noise impacts on pilot whales.
• New Study Reveals Courtship Dances Evolve Slowly Due to Female Preferences · Research shows male courtship dances remain stable across isolated populations due to female aesthetic standards.
• Australia Invests Millions to Eradicate Pests and Restore Flinders Island Ecosystem · Australian and South Australian governments fund a major project to remove invasive species and restore native wildlife on Flinders Island.
• Record Rains Transform South Australia's Arid Outback into Lush Green Landscape · Unprecedented rainfall has turned the red outback of South Australia's Kanku–Breakaways Conservation Park into a sea of green.
• Whale Sharks and Remoras Share Equitable Symbiotic Partnership in Ocean · Remoras and whale sharks engage in a mutually beneficial symbiotic relationship involving cleaning and protection.
• Hong Kong's Marine Parks and Coastal Adventures Offer World-Class Snorkeling · Hong Kong's protected marine parks and coastal areas provide exceptional snorkeling and kayaking experiences.
• Biofluorescent Australian Swellshark Captured in Victoria Waters · Filmmakers captured the first recorded evidence of biofluorescence in an Australian swellshark in Western Port Bay.
• Biofluorescent Australian Swellshark Discovered in Victoria Waters · Filmmakers capture first recorded evidence of biofluorescence in Australian swellsharks off Victoria.
• Scientists Uncover Hidden Species Through DNA Analysis · New DNA analysis reveals hidden species among familiar animals like penguins and giraffes.
• Top 5 Day Walks Across Australia's States and Territories · A guide to five of Australia's most popular and diverse day walks from Victoria to Western Australia.