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Black Currawong
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/birds/black-currawong/

The Black Currawong was widely eaten in the early days of European settlement in Tasmania and said to be quite tasty.

Published 27 July 2018

Birds
Superb Lyrebird
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/birds/superb-lyrebird/

The Superb Lyrebird looks like a large brown pheasant.

Published 15 April 2010

Birds Gould publication
Predator outwitted – nest cages take eggs off the menu
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amri-nest-cages-take-eggs-off-the-menu/

Experiments reveal that endangered White-fronted Chats will accept nest-cages, giving Sydney's population a last hurrah.

Published 07 July 2015

Birds blog extinct Ornithology
First Nations storytelling
https://australian.museum/publications/birds-storybox/first-nations-storytelling/

Australia’s birds play many symbolic roles in First Nations cultures. As carriers of story, they teach us how to live in connection with other living beings.

Published 09 March 2023

First Nations Birds of Australia Birds Gould publication
Lawes’ Parotia
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/lawes-parotia/

Lawes’ Parotia, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

Birds Birds of Paradise Parotia lawesii Lawes’ Parotia
The Birds of Australia STORYBOX
https://australian.museum/publications/birds-storybox/about/

Inspired by the work of John and Elizabeth Gould, The Birds of Australia, showcases a unique digital experience presented on a 3D storytelling cube.

Published 09 March 2023

Birds Birds of Australia Gould publication
Blue Bird of Paradise
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/blue-bird-of-paradise/

Blue Bird of Paradise, Scientific name: Paradisaea rudolphi

Published 24 March 2011

Birds Bird of Paradise Paradisaea rudolphi Blue Bird of Paradise
King Bird of Paradise
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/king-bird-of-paradise/

King Bird of Paradise, Scientific name: Cicinnurus regius

Published 24 March 2011

Birds King Bird of Paradise Birds of Paradise Cicinnurus regius
Wilson’s Bird of Paradise
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/wilsons-bird-of-paradise/

Wilson’s Bird of Paradise, Scientific name: Diphyllodes respublica

Published 24 March 2011

Birds Wilson’s Bird of Paradise Birds of Paradise Diphyllodes respublica
Buff-tailed Sicklebill
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/buff-tailed-sicklebill/

Buff-tailed Sicklebill, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

Birds Drepanornsis albertisi Birds of Paradise Buff-tailed Sicklebill

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, <i>Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru</i> and add-on VR experience.

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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
10 May – 7 September 2025

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Wild Planet

Welcome to life on Earth. Every one of Earth’s millions of species is unique, but they are all connected through evolution. Come and see life in all its glorious diversity – over 400 animals under one roof!

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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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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