DNA backs Antarctic blue whale count
Flinders scientists have uncovered crucial DNA evidence about the number and distribution of populations of the world’s largest animal, the critically endangered Antarctic blue whale.
DNA work saves fish from extinction
Flinders University scientists have created a model for conservation programs after helping to bring local populations of native pygmy perch back from extinction.
Giant tortoises to make a comeback
Flinders scientist Professor Luciano Beheregaray is part of an international campaign to reintroduce the mighty giant tortoise to the Galápagos Islands.
DNA reveals hope for endangered blue whales
New findings by researchers at Flinders have shown the low genetic diversity in a population of the endangered blue whale is due to past natural events rather than recent whaling.
Sea turtle’s DNA records human exploitation
Endangered and iconic sea turtles have a record in their DNA pointing to loss of genetic diversity caused by recent human exploitation.
A genetic lift puts perch back in the swim
Four species of freshwater native fish brought to the brink of extinction by drought are being re-released into the lower Murray wetlands, and thanks to Flinders University research, they have an improved chance of survival.