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Pelican Eel, Eurypharynx pelecanoides Vaillant, 1882
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/pelican-eel-eurypharynx-pelecanoides/

Pelican Eel, Eurypharynx pelecanoides Vaillant, 1882

Published 17 May 2013

Deepsea Eurypharyngidae fish
Pacific Spookfish, Rhinochimaera pacifica (Mitsukuri, 1895)
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/pacific-spookfish-rhinochimaera-pacifica-mitsukuri-1895/

Pacific Spookfish, Rhinochimaera pacifica (Mitsukuri, 1895)

Published 14 July 2012

Deepsea Fish Rhinochimaeridae
Paxton's Whipnose, Gigantactis paxtoni Bertelsen, Pietsch & Lavenberg, 1981
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/paxtons-whipnose-gigantactis-paxtoni/

Paxton's Whipnose, Gigantactis paxtoni Bertelsen, Pietsch & Lavenberg, 1981

Published 04 April 2014

Whipnose Anglerfish Gigantactinidae Deepsea fish
Why is it dark in the deepsea?
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/why-is-it-dark-in-the-deepsea/

You have probably noticed that coral reefs are colourful places. When filmed in natural light, however, much of the vibrant colour is not visible below 10 metres. The underwater world becomes increasingly blue (and eventually black) the deeper you go. Why is this?

Published 04 May 2011

common enquiries Deepsea FAQ

RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO^® brick worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO^® Masters winners.

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2025 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year

See nature in a whole new light in this stunning, photographic exhibition, featuring works by some of the world's best nature photographers.

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Unfinished Business

Experience an accessible 3D photography exhibition detailing personal stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living with disabilities across Australia.

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Surviving Australia

Discover Australia's most fascinating creatures, from the deadly redback spider and revered bull shark, to ancient giant wombats and fanged kangaroos.

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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.

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10am - 4.30pm

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Minerals

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

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Open daily

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