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What is classification?
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/what-is-classification/

Biological Classification

Published 25 September 2015

common enquiries what is What is?
Hover flies
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/insects/hover-flies/

Hover flies

Published 19 May 2009

common enquiries Invertebrates entomology fly Hover flies
Is it a rat?
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/is-it-a-rat/

The Australian Museum is frequently asked about mammals visiting suburban gardens or houses.

Published 30 October 2015

Common and Unusual Identifications Mammal Rat common enquiries pest
Fleas and tapeworms
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/what-is-a-parasite/patrasites--fleas/

Well known examples of parasites to those who have domestic pets are fleas and tapeworms.

Published 30 November 2018

common enquiries invertebrate Flea parasite
Mosquitoes
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/what-is-a-parasite/parasites--mosquitoes/

The female mosquitoes eat animal blood and the males feed on nectar

Published 30 November 2018

common enquiries mosquitoes parasites insect invertebrate
Wingless soldier fly
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/insects/wingless-soldier-fly-boreoides-subulatus/

What do you call a fly without wings? A walk.

Published 14 May 2020

insects common enquiries Autumn common enquiries soldier fly wingless fly
Why do Magpies swoop?
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/why-do-magpies-swoop/

Magpies swoop in spring, peak breeding season for Australian magpies is August through to November.

Published 02 October 2020

common enquiries swooping birds magpies dangerous birds
Tiny stingray-shaped animal
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/tiny-stingray/

This is a curious find common in backyards and bushland, but can you identify it?

Published 05 January 2011

gecko tail Southern leaf-tailed gecko detached tail skink unusual enquiries common enquiries reptiles
Why is it dark in the deepsea?
https://australian.museum/learn/species-identification/ask-an-expert/why-is-it-dark-in-the-deepsea/

You have probably noticed that coral reefs are colourful places. When filmed in natural light, however, much of the vibrant colour is not visible below 10 metres. The underwater world becomes increasingly blue (and eventually black) the deeper you go. Why is this?

Published 04 May 2011

common enquiries Deepsea FAQ
Australian Carpet Beetles
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/insects/australian-carpet-beetles/

Australian Carpet Beetles

Published 16 June 2009

common enquiries insect carpet beetle

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^® brick worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO^® 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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