Vast plant as old as pyramids found in WA
The world's largest plant has been found in Western Australia's Shark Bay, covering hundreds of square kilometres with scientists ageing it at 4500 years old.
marine science
Dead turtles suffering shell-eating disease wash up in Wide Bay area
Researchers are concerned about a rise in a mystery disease that eats away turtle shells since this year's devastating floods in Queensland.
Aquaculture key for feeding warming world
An Australian scientist has co-authored a study showing marine aquaculture will be vital for feeding people in a warming world.
Crocodiles change diet to land prey: study
Saltwater crocodiles have changed their diet from fish to pigs and it could be why their numbers have rapidly climbed in northern Australia, scientists say.
Sea drone to propel underwater research
An agile underwater drone guided by artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionise ocean research.
ecosystem
environmental issue
global warming
marine science
natural resources
natural science
renewable energy
science and technology
Even ‘refuge’ reefs won’t survive 1.5C
Scientists have issued a dire new warning about coral reef losses even if the world manages to limit global warming to 1.5C.
Twiggy sets sights on ocean’s deep secrets
Scientists are determined to discover the deep dark secrets of the east Indian Ocean and they'll be doing it with Andrew 'Twiggy' Forrest's money.
Pristine coral reef found off Tahiti
A pristine, 3km-long reef of giant rose-shaped corals has been found by scientists off the coast of Tahiti.
Seafood protection plan ahead of bushfires
Federal Environment Minister Sussan Ley has launched a partnership she believes will protect seafood and marine environments from the impacts of bushfires.