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John Gould's documents of extinction
https://australian.museum/learn/collections/museum-archives-library/john-gould/goulds-documents-of-extinction/

John Gould wrote many warnings about the potential extinction of Australian species. Ironically his collectors were killing thousands of birds and mammals all over the world to send to him for identification and illustration.

Published 12 February 2021

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Save our owls
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/save-our-owls/

The Powerful Owl (Ninox strenua), one of Australia's iconic birds, is currently listed as vulnerable in NSW with only 20-30 mating pairs in the Sydney region.

Published 15 August 2011

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Western Parotia
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/western-parotia/

Western Parotia, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

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Trumpet Manucode
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/trumpet-manucode/

Trumpet Manucode, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

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Crinkle-collared Manucode
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/crinkle-collared-manucode/

Crinkle-collared Manucode, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

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Glossy-mantled Manucode
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/glossy-mantled-manucode/

Glossy-mantled Manucode, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

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Hollows as Homes
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/hollows-as-homes/

A unique and exciting project bringing together AMRI research and citizen science.

Published 07 November 2016

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Twelve-wired Bird of Paradise
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/twelve-wired-bird-of-paradise/

Twelve-wired Bird of Paradise, Scientific name: Seleucidis melanoleuca

Published 24 March 2011

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Pale-billed Sicklebill
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/pale-billed-sicklebill/

Pale-billed Sicklebill, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

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Magnificent Riflebird
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/birds-of-paradise/magnificent-riflebird/

Magnificent Riflebird, Birds of Paradise

Published 24 March 2011

birds Ptiloris magnificus Magnificent Riflebird birds of paradise

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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