Sea sponges are some of the world’s simplest animals – but even so, the rhythm of night and day kicks off a crucial stage of their life cycle.
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A look at cats’ diets as reported by researchers over many years shows they eat a lot more than people might think.
These tiny critters have shaped the health of our planet for hundreds of millions of years.
From water fleas to seed shrimp, Australia’s desert rock holes shelter unique animals found nowhere else. But as the climate warms, their homes are at risk.
A new tool aims to help scientists decode what underwater river sounds really mean.
Every week, one or two species of Australian invertebrate go extinct. Many species on the brink live in cities – where we can help.
There’s no single, simple way to assess whether bugs feel pain, but research is giving scientists a better understanding of their abilities.
Artificial lights at night are causing serious disruption to these insect night shift workers. That’s a problem for everyone.
Bugs that buzz and flutter at other times of year are conspicuously absent during winter months.
A new study estimates there have been more than 9,000 Australian invertebrate extinctions since 1788. Only one has been officially listed.
Many sea creatures lead complex, social lives in the wild and are likely to suffer in farmed conditions. But they aren’t mainstays of the aquaculture industry − yet.
We’re discovering more species of richly coloured peacock spiders all the time. But their small ranges puts them at very real risk. One species faces likely death by suburban sprawl.
After wildfires in California and Colorado cities, levels of harmful metals in the water jumped. Nature sent up a red flag.
By listening to the “heartbeat” or soundscape of soil, we can learn more about its condition. Think of poor soil as a lifeless party. Healthy soil is where you’ll find the good vibes and chatter.
In the wake of Melbourne’s spectacular cricket swarm, we asked the author of Australia’s Guide to Crickets why insects gather in such large numbers and how to keep them out of our homes.
Puddles are an often-ignored but crucial habitat for rare and unusual wildlife.
Invertebrates underpin Earth’s ecosystems – so if their numbers decline, the ecological damage will be felt far and wide.
Their drawings did not reflect the make up of the natural world.
New findings suggest animal-mediated plant reproduction might have originated in the ocean.
New research exposing the surprising scale and diversity of Australia’s invertebrate pet trade online highlights the need for better regulation to protect our wildlife and manage biosecurity threats.
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Associate Professor in Entomology, University of Sydney
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