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One of the World’s largest fish develops from a tiny larval Mola Sunfish
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World first identification of a larval Mola alexandrini by Australian and New Zealand Scientists.

Published 28 July 2020

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Who am I? The larval sunfish mystery
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/who-am-i-the-larval-sunfish-mystery/

Isn’t this the cutest fish you have ever seen? At only 2 mm in length, this larval sunfish is one of three species of Mola found in Australian waters. The question is: which one is it?

Published 02 June 2020

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The tale of four sunfish
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/the-tale-of-four-sunfish/

Over an extraordinary four week period in late 1882, four rare giant sunfish were captured in Sydney waters.

Published 26 September 2016

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Slender Sunfish, Ranzania laevis (Pennant, 1776)
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/slender-sunfish-ranzania-laevis/

Slender Sunfish, Ranzania laevis (Pennant, 1776)

Published 03 May 2013

Molidae Sunfish fish
Sharptail Sunfish, Masturus lanceolatus (Lienard, 1840)
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/sharptail-sunfish-masturus-lanceolatus/

Sharptail Sunfish, Masturus lanceolatus (Lienard, 1840)

Published 03 May 2013

Molidae Sunfish fish

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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Wansolmoana

Experience the diverse and dynamic cultures of Pasifika peoples through stories and objects from across the region.

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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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