Marine Biology

Which animal’s DNA differs the most from human DNA?

Making a genetic comparison between species is almost impossible.

The coral eggs before fertilisation. Image: Andrew Heyward and Andrew Negri/AIMS.

Breaking up helps coral reproduction

Corals can reproduce in different ways on dark, stormy nights.

First complete look at a prehistoric penguin

A giant penguin fossil from New Zealand has been reconstructed after 35 years.

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Great southern blooms

A phytoplankton bloom swirl creates a figure-of-eight pattern in the South Atlantic Ocean.

Fear smells like sugar to fish

Scientists have figured out what ‘scary stuff’ is really made of.

Saltwater crocodiles exposed

Good news for the crocodile industry in Australia.

Nemo’s days are numbered

Ocean’s growing carbon dioxide levels may threaten coral fish

Sydney whales not bothered by whale watchers

Migrating humpback whales are more likely to stay breathing on the surface when vessels are around.

Biofuel research given a boost by cyanobacteria

The discovery of how cyanobacteria really produce energy is expected to help scientists manufacture biofuels.

From dolphins and fish

When a predatory dolphin is on the hunt for food, fish often hide in an empty conch shell.

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