Genetic mixing helps healthy whale populations
Killer whale populations in low latitudes have high genetic diversity despite having low population densities, as a result of genetic mixing, which plays a crucial role […]
New way to map marine park species
Well-designed marine parks can conserve marine life and their habitats, allow fish populations to recover, educate the public and support local economies. Marine scientists from Flinders […]
Coastal study supports beach planning
A new study has given key insights into South Australia’s coastal management by examining how Cape Dombey’s rocky headland in Robe on the state’s Limestone Coast […]
Restoring reefs for shellfish recovery
When you slurp an imported or fresh exotic Pacific oyster, spare a thought for South Australia’s lost or forgotten shellfish reefs. Coastal management and reef restoration […]
Protecting South Australia’s endangered sharks and rays
Flinders University PhD candidate Chloe Roberts has played a leading role a community-driven campaign to protect South Australia’s endangered sharks and rays. Starting December 16, new […]
Shellfish reef insights come to the surface
As Australians head to the coast for summer holidays, spare a thought for the humble shellfish reefs and ecosystems that support healthy habitats and are the […]
Marine genetics to help restore coastlines
Australians love their coastal and marine environments but much of the world’s ecosystems are in various stages of decline and in urgent need of restoration. In […]
Green energy solutions from the sea
Green fields are opening around the world as researchers make inroads into improving efficiencies in more sustainable vehicles via a novel biofuel and power generation from […]
Secret history of sharks
Imagine a 16 metre super-sized shark weighing more than 60 tonnes attacking a dolphin or small whale. The rise and fall of the ancient megalodon […]