by The Lighthouse | Aug 29, 2023 | Environment
Behavioural ecologist Dr Ben Ashton, who is researching magpie cognition and behaviour, explains. Magpie swooping behaviour is associated with their breeding season – this includes the periods when they are nest-building, mating, incubating eggs and looking after...
by Matilda Meikle | Aug 23, 2023 | Environment
Waste Ninja is the Aussie company reducing the environmental impact of food waste. Already, it has become one of Australia’s top organics recycling services, helping restaurants and businesses dispose of their daily waste in an ergonomic and sustainable way. ...
by Matilda Meikle | Aug 22, 2023 | Environment
According to scientists, an ancient Australian species could be at risk of extinction if we don’t act now. Maugean skates, believed to have existed in the prehistoric period, are facing the possibility of complete extinction due to human interaction and climate...
by Matilda Meikle | Jul 17, 2023 | Environment
Caterpillars could be the key to reducing Australia’s plastic waste, according to a recent study from Macquarie University. The research, undertaken as part of a collaboration between Macquarie University researchers and enviro-tech startup Samsara Eco, has made...
by Matilda Meikle | Jul 10, 2023 | Environment
The largest ever community-driven shellfish reef restoration project in Australia continues to make a difference. Shellfish reefs are vital living ecosystems that serve as homes and breeding grounds for many marine species. OzFish, the charity behind this ambitious...
by Matilda Meikle | Jun 11, 2023 | Environment
Research has revealed that coral reefs are being threatened by increased disease. According to a new study, coral disease has tripled over the last 25 years. And with rates of infection only predicted to grow, this could have devastating effects for coral populations...
