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Urban Biodiversity and the City of Sydney
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/urban-biodiversity-and-the-city-of-sydney/

Biodiversity is a crucial factor in the environmental, social and cultural health of a city. Biodiversity in the City of Sydney's area has declined because of urban development; buildings and roads have taken away some of the habitat that used to provide a home for plants and animals

Published 23 December 2010

Urban Greenspaces blog biodiversity
Birds flock to big urban parks
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/birds-flock-to-big-urban-parks/

The size of a greenspace is the most important predictor of urban bird diversity.

Published 16 August 2018

Corey Callaghan Birdwatcher eBird Ornithology Richard Major Urban Greenspaces eBirder
And how many times must a birder look up, before he can see all the birds – with apologies to Bob Dylan
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/and-how-many-times-must-a-birder-look-up-before-he-can-see-all-the-birds-with-apologies-to-bob-dylan/

Citizen science data is valuable for assessing avian biodiversity metrics within urban greenspaces

Published 16 August 2018

Urban Greenspaces Corey Callaghan Ornithology Richard Major

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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