Fossil reveals origin of the whale’s giant mouth
The fossilised jaws of the extinct baleen whale Janjucetus hunderi. Photograph by Jon Augier; Copyright Museum Victoria Baleen whales first evolved their huge mouths for capturing large prey, a new study has shown.
Australian dolphin could be extinct in three generations
There may be only 1000 snubfin dolphins left… and time is running out.
Carbon seeps predict the future for coral reefs
Three natural carbon dioxide seeps in Papua New Guinea have enabled scientists to see what the future holds for coral reefs if CO2 levels continue to rise.
Nine new marine species discovered near Bali
Two new dottybacks have been identified among the finds by a researcher from the University of Sydney.
Humpback whales change their tune
Humpback whales change songs the way humans change fashion trends.
Cannibal virus found in Antarctica
A virus-killer has been found in a hypersaline lake near Davis Station.
New disease threatens penguins
Pathogens and thyroid disorders might be the culprits behind a new disease that is threatening penguins.
Preserving coral reefs with cryogenics
An international team is trying to save corals from rising ocean temperatures by freezing them.
Coral reef networks help preserve fish species
Immigrating larvae are helping maintain the diversity of the reefs.
