The story of Australian waterbirds - the length and breadth of the Murray-Darling Basin
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 26 April 2018
CSIRO is satellite-tracking ibis and spoonbills across the Murray-Darling Basin, revealing migration routes, habitat needs, and the vital role of water. Insights guide better environmental water management to support bird survival.
Keywords: Murray-Darling Basin, ibis, spoonbills, satellite tracking, waterbirds, CSIRO, environmental management
The upside of blackwater river flows
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 27 April 2018
CSIRO research shows blackwater from floodplains isn’t always harmful. In cooler seasons and right doses, it fuels river food webs. New models aim to manage floods, reduce hypoxic risks, protect fish, and sustain ecosystems in the Murray–Darling Basin.
Keywords: Murray-Darling Basin, blackwater, floodplains, carbon cycle, fish survival, CSIRO, water quality
It's funny to name species after celebrities, but there's a serious side too
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 27 April 2018
Australia is home to over 600,000 species, yet most remain undiscovered. Taxonomy, boosted by DNA tech and global collaboration, is vital for conservation, health, and biodiversity. A new strategic plan aims to accelerate species discovery.
Keywords: taxonomy, biodiversity, Australia, species discovery, conservation, DNA sequencing, CSIRO
