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Environment

New weapon against cane toads

A dose of their own poison could control these pests.

The Top End in storm season

In the Top End, you’re never really alone. The red dust and open roads speak of a uniquely Australian brand of isolation; but it only takes a moment’s pause to hear the roar…

Genes tell plants when to flower

What stalagmites tell us about climate change

Cave formations can act as prehistoric weather stations.

Endangered seagrasses can store carbon

Scientists estimate that seagrass meadows can store as much carbon as a forest.

Plants and fungi joined forces to colonise the world

Soil-dwelling fungi played a crucial role in plant evolution.

Discovering Australia’s own sea turtle

Understanding the Flatback turtle requieres more than your average conservation program.

Tiny solution for oil spills

Scientists have developed micro-submarines that can clean up oils spills.

Dinosaur farts could have contributed to global warming

Gaseous emissions from giant herbivores may have been enough to warm the Earth.

Changing climate could affect pest fertility

A noxious fish species could benefit from increasing temperatures.

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