Tag: Marine Biology
Whales buried as survivors do well
More than 50 whales which died in a mass stranding in north-western Tasmania have been buried. [MORE]
Satellite tracking a first for rescued whales
In an Australian first, authorities are tracking 11 whales which survived a mass stranding in Tasmania's north-west. [MORE]
Whales heading in the right direction
Authorities have used satellite technology to confirm 11 whales that survived a mass stranding in Tasmania's far north-west on the weekend remain at sea. [MORE]
Race on to save stranded whales in Tasmania
Rescuers fight to save lives of pilot whales after mass stranding in Tasmania.[MORE]
Jellyfish could be new foot soldier in climate change battle
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Australian scientists say a jellyfish-like creature could play an important role in storing carbon emissions.[MORE]
Research looks to explain low baby lobster count
Researchers in Western Australia hope a comprehensive study of the ocean floor will help explain one of the lowest baby lobster counts in 40 years.[MORE]
Scientists call for whale watching
Tasmanians are being urged to report any whale activity after several possible sightings of entangled whales.[MORE]
Southern Ocean close to acid tipping point
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Researchers say the tipping point for ocean acidification is much closer than first thought. [MORE]
Sea pests could become lobster's lunch
New research by the University of Tasmania into controlling the spread of a pest species of sea urchin is attracting worldwide attention. [MORE]
Research reveals coral under greater threat
Scientists have found rising carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere are likely to be much more damaging to coral reefs than first thought.[MORE]
Antarctic group tackles illegal fishing
International representatives have arrived in Hobart to discuss the preservation of Antarctica's marine wildlife.[MORE]
Indigenous rangers, marine scientists team up to map seabed
For the first time, traditional Indigenous knowledge has been combined with the latest technology to map underwater habitats off north-east Arnhem Land.[MORE]
Scientists prepare whale carcass for trip to Qld Museum
The skeleton of a rare blue whale found dead off the coast of Townsville in north Queensland last week will be transported to Brisbane at the end of the week. [MORE]
Dead whale offers clues to species' future
The skeleton of a rare blue whale that died in the state's northern waters last week will be kept by the Qld Museum.[MORE]
Warning for Spencer Gulf
There are warnings the Spencer Gulf could face environmental collapse if current knowledge of the ecosystem is not improved.[MORE]
Scientist sounds desal warning for Gulf waters
A marine biologist warns desalination plants in SA could do long-term harm to Gulf waters.[MORE]
Nudibranch find excites aquarium
Townsville's Reef HQ aquarium has made an unusual discovery, finding three marine creatures called nudibranchs in Ross Creek.[MORE]
Scientists find rare shark
Tasmanian researchers have made a significant marine life discovery off the east coast of Flinders Island.[MORE]
Genetic mapping gives clues to reef life
Marine researchers are using genetic mapping to trace the movement of fish populations around the Great Barrier Reef.[MORE]
The fineprint on the headstone
As a nation that claims to be a world leader in marine conservation, let us say no to the taking of hundreds of tonnes of sharks from the Great Barrier Reef Park.[MORE]
Climate change 'may save' grey nurse shark
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Leading shark scientists say global warming could help save Australia's endangered grey nurse shark.[MORE]
Hobart treated to whale sighting
A Southern Right whale has made a rare appearance in the River Derwent in Hobart.[MORE]
Antarctic Division farewells Chief Scientist
The Australian Antarctic Division's Chief Scientist has retired.[MORE]
Lid lifted on new species
CSIRO scientists have completed an ambitious project identifying more than 100 new species of sharks and rays.[MORE]
Virus sparks renewed calls for recreational diving ban
The Victorian Abalone Divers Association has renewed calls for a ban on recreational diving around Port Campbell, after a similar ban in Tasmania.[MORE]
