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Something fishy is going on!
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/something-fishy/

Australasian Fishes is the AM's latest foray into community driven citizen science and has already had an unprecedented impact.

Published 10 October 2017

Ichthyology fish blog citizen science
Guillaume Rondelet (1507-1566), the grandfather of ichthyology who dissected his own son
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/guillaume-rondelet/

The story of the author of the oldest book in the Australian Museum Research Library.

Published 21 March 2019

rare books anatomy Guillaume Rondelet Libri de piscibus marinis fish dissection Ichthyology research library
Angels in disguise
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/angels-in-disguise/

Why do some fishes hybridize, while others don’t? A recent collaborative study with the University of Sydney, Australian Museum and University of Queensland, has asked this question of marine angelfishes. They found that hybridisation of these fishes is more widespread than previously thought.

Published 06 August 2020

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Scombridae - Tunas
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/scombridae-tunas/

Discover fact sheets with images and maps of the scombrid fishes on the site.

Published 05 May 2015

Ichthyology Scombridae - Tunas fish
Eleotridae - Gudgeons
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/eleotridae-gudgeons/

Explore images and fact sheets of the eleotrid fishes on the site. These fishes have been called gudgeons and sleepers.

Published 10 August 2015

Ichthyology Eleotridae Gudgeon fish

Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

Special exhibition
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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. Opening 16 August at the Australian Museum.

Special Exhibition
Opens 16 August 2025

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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