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What is a shrimpgoby?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/what-is-a-shrimpgoby/

The mutualistic relationship between shrimpgobies (also known as prawngobies) and alpheid shrimps, which live together in the same burrow, has been known for many years.

Published 02 March 2011

Ichthyology Gobiidae FAQ fish
Fish FAQ - What is the second smallest species of fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/fish-faq-what-is-the-second-smallest-species-of-fish/

In July 2004, the Dwarf Goby was usurped as the smallest fish by the Stout Floater.

Published 26 March 2020

Ichthyology Gobiidae FAQ fish
What is a gas bladder?
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/what-is-a-gas-bladder/

If you have found a strange balloon-like object washed up on the beach, you may be looking at a fish's gas bladder.

Published 30 March 2020

Ichthyology FAQ fish
Fish FAQ - Can fishes change colour?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/can-fishes-change-colour/

What causes the colouration of a fish and can it change? Read on ...

Published 02 February 2017

Ichthyology FAQ chromatophores fish
Why do mullet leap?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/why-do-mullet-leap/

Mullet are commonly seen leaping out of the water. Why do they do this?

Published 05 May 2011

Ichthyology FAQ Mugilidae fish
What is the smallest fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/fwhat-is-the-smallest-fish/

What is the definition of "smallest"? This seemingly simple question is behind a friendly rivalry that has developed between three groups of scientists.

Published 15 August 2011

Ichthyology FAQ fish
Fish chromatophores
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/fish-chromatophores/

Chromatophores are pigment containing cells found in many animals. In fishes they occur in the scales and the dermal layer of the skin .

Published 27 February 2014

colour FAQ chromatophores fish Ichthyology
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
How often can a Porcupinefish inflate?
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/porcupinefish-inflation/

We are sometimes asked about the ability of porcupinefishes to inflate their bodies. Can they only inflate a limited number of times?

Published 05 May 2011

Diodontidae Ichthyology FAQ fish
Frequently asked questions about fishes
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/frequently-asked-questions-about-fishes/

Australian Museum staff are frequently asked questions about fishes. The FAQ list gives the answers to some of those questions.

Published 12 August 2022

FAQs FAQ Ichthyology fish

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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Future Now

Step into <i>Future Now</i>, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

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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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Minerals

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

Permanent exhibition
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