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Dangerous Australian animals
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/dangerous-animals/

Meet some of Australia's most dangerous animals and learn about the different ways they poison and catch their prey. The Australian Museum has an extensive collection of Australia's deadliest animals to find out more about why they are so dangerous to humans.

Published 11 October 2018

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Copperhead Snake
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/reptiles/copperhead/

All species of Copperhead Snakes are fairly similar in general form and colouration. They are moderately robust and muscular in build.

Published 26 October 2015

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Alert, not alarmed
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/alert-not-alarmed/

As the weather warms up and we spend more time outdoors, be aware of the other creatures getting out and about, snakes and spiders.

Published 23 October 2014

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Triage for Australia's lizards and snakes
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/triage-for-australias-lizards-and-snakes/

Which of Australia’s endangered species need our most urgent attention? This was the question facing a group of conservation biologists, including two scientists from the Australian Museum Research Institute, following the most recent round of Red Data Book assessments of our reptiles.

Published 03 September 2020

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Snakes, lizards and other reptiles
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/reptiles/snakes-lizards-and-other-reptiles/

Reptiles include snakes, lizards, turtles and crocodiles.

Published 22 November 2018

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Australian snakes image gallery
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/reptiles/australian-snakes/

Australia has nearly 200 known species of snake, only 25 of which are considered potentially deadly. Explore images of Australian snakes.

Published 07 March 2019

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Broad-headed Snake
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/reptiles/broad-headed-snake/

The Broad-headed Snake occupies sandstone habitats in Sydney.

Published 24 June 2013

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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® 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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