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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
Why don't anemonefishes get stung?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/why-dont-anemonefishes-get-stung/

Over the years many theories have tried to explain why anemonefishes are not stung by their host anemones.

Published 24 June 2011

anemone nematocysts sea anemone fish Ichthyology
Do Fishes feel pain?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/do-fishes-feel-pain/

The question of whether fishes feel pain can elicit very emotional responses from people.

Published 30 December 2015

Ichthyology biology fish
Larval fish life
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/larval-fish-life/

In his recent paper, Jeff Leis provides more information about the life of larval fishes.

Published 11 November 2010

Larval fishes Ichthyology paper scientific research
Mystery skeleton
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/mystery-skeleton/

A strange skeleton has caused a two-day sensation among some of the world's best ichthyologists! But finally we have an answer.

Published 28 May 2010

Ophidiidae Ichthyology skeleton
World's first Black Marlin caught on Rod and Reel
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/worlds-first-black-marlin-caught-on-rod-and-reel/

A skeleton hanging in the Museum's Wild Planet gallery is from the first Black Marlin ever caught on rod and reel.

Published 10 February 2014

exhibition Ichthyology skeleton archives
Fish FAQ - Why are they called parrotfishes?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/why-are-they-called-parrotfishes/

The name 'parrotfish' refers to the fused teeth which resemble a parrot-like beak.

Published 02 May 2011

Ichthyology Parrotfish Labridae
Why are the eyes of larval Black Dragonfish on stalks?
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/eyes-of-larval-black-dragonfish/

Larval Black Dragonfish are long, slender and transparent, with eyes on long stalks that can be up to half the length of the body.

Published 11 July 2012

Ichthyology Stomiidae Larval fishes
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
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

Barka: The Forgotten River

Meet <i>Barka: The Forgotten River</i> in this new First Nations exhibition developed by Uncle Badger Bates and Justine Muller with the Barkandji community.

Special exhibition
Now on until 23 July 2023

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Bilas: Body Adornment from Papua New Guinea

Witness the beauty and diversity of cultural decoration and body adornment from Papua New Guinea in this special exhibition at the Australian Museum in Sydney.

Opening 9 June 2023, featuring photographs by Wylda Bayrón.

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School programs and excursions

Book school excursions at the Australian Museum, Sydney, that inspire and engage students of all ages.

Virtual excursions
Educator-led tours

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s new learning and play space.

Permanent education space
Open daily

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