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Upside-down Jellyfish
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/jellyfish/upside-down-jellyfish/

The Upside-Down Jellyfish is an unusual jellyfish that spends most of its time resting on its back over the sediment, giving it an upside-down appearance

Published 07 February 2019

Cnidaria Upside-down Jellyfish Cassiopea Cassiopeidae
Seeking sun-baking, bottom-dwelling, upside-down jellyfish
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/sun-baking-upside-down/

Monitoring the invasive upside-down jellyfish (Cassiopea) in Lake Macquarie.

Published 21 February 2019

Cnidaria marine invertebrates
Lace corals around Lizard Island
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/lace-corals-around-lizard-island/

Due to over exploitation for economic uses, stylasterids are considered threatened with extinction. After 33 dives to 29 sites around Lizard Island and the outer reef, Dr Daniela Pica preliminarily identified the presence of up to 11 species.

Published 09 September 2019

Lizard Island coral Cnidaria

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<sup>®</sup> worlds in <i>RELICS: A New World Rises</i>, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO<sup>®</sup> 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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