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What is the biggest fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/what-is-the-biggest-fish/

The Whale Shark, Rhincodon typus, is the largest of all fishes. Whale Sharks between 4 m to 12 m in length are most often seen, but the species can possibly reach a length of 18 m.

Published 16 September 2011

Ichthyology whale shark fish
What is a fish?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/what-is-a-fish/

Fishes are fascinating animals that come in an amazing variety of shapes and sizes, but just what is a fish?

Published 07 September 2016

Ichthyology fish
Butterfly Mackerel, Gasterochisma melampus Richardson, 1845
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/butterfly-mackerel-gasterochisma-melampus/

Butterfly Mackerel, Gasterochisma melampus Richardson, 1845

Published 01 May 2015

Ichthyology Scombridae - Tunas fish
Spangled Gudgeon, Ophiocara porocephala (Valenciennes, 1837)
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/spangled-gudgeon-ophiocara-porocephala/

Spangled Gudgeon, Ophiocara porocephala (Valenciennes, 1837)

Published 18 July 2013

Ichthyology Gudgeon Gudgeons fish
Sinuous Gudgeon, Odonteleotris macrodon (Bleeker, 1853)
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/sinuous-gudgeon-odonteleotris-macrodon/

Sinuous Gudgeon, Odonteleotris macrodon (Bleeker, 1853)

Published 14 March 2013

Ichthyology Gudgeon Gudgeons 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
On now

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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 kids learning 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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