Glowing dolphins: The brilliance of bioluminescence off our coasts

Glowing dolphins: The brilliance of bioluminescence off our coasts
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Marine biologist Vanessa Pirotta was instrumental in filming dolphins swimming in bioluminescence for the first time – and the experience was unforgettable. This article is suited to students in years 5, 6, 7, 8, and 10 studying Biological, Chemical and … Continued
The big five mass extinctions

The big five mass extinctions
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Biologists suspect we’re living through the sixth major mass extinction. Earth has witnessed five, when more than 75% of species disappeared. Use this article to investigate how the Earth has changed over time long before humans arrived. It is suited … Continued
Top 10 new marine species of the year

Top 10 new marine species of the year
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From Wakanda to the Muppets, tiny squid and boring amphipods, the marine world got a whole bunch of amazing species added to its library in 2019. Teach students in years 3, 5, 7, and 10 studying Biological Science about features … Continued
Best of: Evolution

Best of: Evolution
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Our best of series, published each week, collates our favourite and most popular resources for a particular topic. This week, we bring together our resources for teaching about evolution for year 10 students studying Biological Sciences. Australian Curriculum Code: ACSSU185 … Continued
Ancient fish fossil reveals missing link in evolution of hand bones

Ancient fish fossil reveals missing link in evolution of hand bones
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A complete ancient fish fossil with finger-like digits in its fin reveals the evolution of hand bones started before animals came onto land. Use this interesting article to demonstrate the importance of Earth and Biological Sciences to students in scientific … Continued
‘Wonderchicken’ fossil from the age of dinosaurs

‘Wonderchicken’ fossil from the age of dinosaurs
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The find sheds light on the origin of modern birds and how they survived the last mass extinction. This resource is suited to students in years 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 10 studying Biological or Earth and Space Science. … Continued
How do birds dazzle with colour and stay camouflaged?

How do birds dazzle with colour and stay camouflaged?
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Researchers unravel the mystery with Australasian lorikeets. This development in the understanding of bird feather colours shows students an application of their knowledge of ultraviolet light, adaptations and evolution. It is best suited to students in years 5, 7, 9, … Continued
What we can learn from fish that change sex

What we can learn from fish that change sex
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A fish that changes sex to lead the pack has revealed what happens genetically to pull off the trick. Encourage students to consider different body systems and adaptations within the aquatic world using this article suitable for students in years … Continued
Who creates the world? Engineers!

Who creates the world? Engineers!
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“This World Engineering Day thank an engineer, or talk to a young person about what engineers actually do, so we can create a world that works and a world that works better.” Highlight the importance of the development of engineering … Continued
Parrots do probability

Parrots do probability
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Study finds first evidence of statistical inference beyond great apes. Use this article as a practical application of probability and species adaptations for students in years 5 and 10 studying biological science. Word Count: 718 Parrots do probability | Cosmos … Continued