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Have you ever wondered what scientists find fascinating from that little blue wrens or the angry sounding magpies you see fleeting about in the Australian National Botanic Gardens? Come and hear the stories of one of the most charismatic (and cute) and beloved animal group of all – birds. Audrey Prasetya will be sharing not…

From cold mountain-tops to the sea, with or without limbs, smalls as worms or big as Komodo dragons – reptiles come in a big variety of forms, and you can choose your favourite. Herping is the act of searching for “herps”, the amphibians and reptiles. In this talk by Jess Fenker you will learn more…

Orchids – they’re the flowers that launched a thousand ships (and sent several explorers to their untimely deaths). Known for their staggering diversity and beguiling beauty, these miniature marvels have captured our attention for centuries. Amazingly, Canberra’s very own Black Mountain is home to as many orchid species as the entirety of Great Britain. But…

Even though insects are very small, they are essential in our ecosystem. These little critters do everything from being pollinators to predators. We hear a lot about insects from across the world and Australia, but what about those in Canberra? In this talk Ying Luo will introduce you to the world of insects and insect…

The diversity of insects is not limited to those we see flying around us; hidden away in the nooks and crannies of our environment are an even greater assortment of life. Some of the most bizarre, beautiful and even destructive insects live in trees. Trees are a great shelter and source of energy for many…