Keeping public opinion flowing for Reef interventions
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 16 July 2018
The Great Barrier Reef faces threats like climate change and starfish outbreaks. CSIRO and partners stress social licence—public input is key in shaping restoration strategies under the $6M Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program.
Keywords: Great Barrier Reef, social licence, restoration, CSIRO, RRAP, public input, conservation
Fantastic fathers: Australian wildlife edition
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 2 September 2018
From emus and giant water bugs to clownfish, penguins and seahorses, Australia’s animal kingdom has some amazing dads who nurture, protect and even give birth—proving Father’s Day isn’t just for humans.
Keywords: Father’s Day, animal dads, emu, seahorse, penguin, clownfish, giant water bug
Nursing Grey Nurse Shark populations back to health
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 19 November 2018
CSIRO scientists used DNA and close-kin mark-recapture to estimate 1,700–2,200 eastern Grey Nurse Sharks, showing protective measures are helping this critically endangered species recover.
Keywords: Grey Nurse Shark, DNA, population, conservation, Australia, endangered
