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Cane Toad
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/frogs/cane-toad/

The Cane Toad is tough and adaptable, as well as being poisonous throughout its life cycle, and has few predators in Australia.

Published 09 August 2016

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What’s the difference between a frog and a toad?
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/frogs-and-toads/

As an amphibian biologist, it's the most common question people ask me, but the answer is more complicated than you'd think.

Published 09 October 2016

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How can you tell the difference between a Cane Toad and a native Australian frog species?
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/how-can-you-tell-the-difference-between-a-cane-toad-and-a-native-australian-frog-species/

Identifying whether a backyard guest is a native frog or a Cane Toad can be tricky: here’s some tips to help.

Published 27 November 2018

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Australia's native frogs
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/frogs/

More than 240 species of frog have been discovered in Australia! Explore our frog factsheets about learn more about our native amphibians.

Published 11 October 2018

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Sharks

Submerge yourself in Sydney's newest hands-on family exhibition now open.

Special exhibition
Now on until 31 January 2023

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The 2022 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year

Witness the grandeur and fragility of our natural world in this exhibition, highlighting the persistence and skill of some of the world’s best nature photographers.

Saturday 17 September – Sunday 11 December

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School programs and excursions

Book school excursions at the Australian Museum, Sydney, that inspire and engage students of all ages.

Virtual excursions
Educator-led tours

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s new learning and play space.

Permanent education space
Open daily

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