Backyard Species Discovery – a virtual citizen science Bush Blitz
With expeditions on hold due to COVID-19, the Bush Blitz team has organised a virtual expedition to continue adding to our knowledge of Australian biodiversity while keeping everyone busy at home....
View ArticleBackyard Species Discovery Weekly Challenge
In the lead up to National Science Week we are setting 10 weekly challenges to support our Backyard Species Discovery virtual Bush Blitz. Each Wednesday, starting June 10, a new challenge will be...
View ArticleA new wasp species, with Alzheimer’s-fighting venom, may be lost to science...
A recent WWF report has estimated almost 3 billion vertebrates have been impacted by the recent bushfires, but admits the lack of data makes it impossible to fully understand the impact on our...
View ArticleBush Blitz teams up with the Threatened Species Bake Off
The Bake Off commemorates Threatened Species Day on 7th September 2020 and aims to build awareness in the community about Australia’s remarkable and unique threatened wildlife that calls Australia...
View ArticleJoin the Bush Blitz Scavenger Hunt
Our colleagues at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and the Australian Museum are collaborating to create an exciting and interactive virtual science experience for National Science Week 2020 and beyond....
View ArticleThere must be something in the water…
Upload images of three aquatic (marine or freshwater) plants or animals to the Backyard Species Discovery project, and enter by 2 September 2020, for a chance to win a copy of ‘Marine plants of...
View ArticleWhat does a taxonomist do?
Imagine if we didn’t have names. How would you refer to your favourite sports person or singer when you’re talking to your mates? How would you introduce yourself to someone when you’re on the phone?...
View ArticleSpider new to science discovered on backyard bin
When Amanda took a photo of a little brown spider sitting on top of her recycling bin, she had no idea she was about to leave her mark on the taxonomy of rare Australian spiders. If you think you...
View ArticleProtected areas of the ACT 2018
Protected areas of the ACT 2018 summarises the initial scientific findings of the Bush Blitz expedition that took place from 26 November to 6 December 2018. At least 978 species were recorded during...
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A citizen science project to save the night Bush Blitz is partnering with the Australasian Dark Sky Alliance to raise awareness of the impacts of light pollution on the night time environment. The...
View ArticleExpressions of Interest for 2021-22 Taxonomy Research Contracts are now being...
The Bush Blitz Taxonomy Research Projects are specifically targeted to assist in the publication of new species and the resolution of problematic groups collected from Bush Blitz expeditions....
View ArticleLive stream between your class and marine scientists
Join the research vessel Investigator 10 July – 10 August 2021 What does studying the deep ocean have in common with outer space? What are seamounts and who lives there? What is a day like in the...
View ArticleScience Week Scavenger Hunt
To celebrate National Science Week 2021, Bush Blitz is running a Backyard Species Discovery Scavenger Hunt! This scavenger hunt is open to anyone in Australia and will run for the month of August 2021....
View ArticleFully funded professional development opportunity for teachers
We are looking for 9 motivated South Australian teachers to join us on our expedition to Fowlers Bay in South Australia! All South Australian teachers who teach years 4 to 12 are encouraged to apply....
View ArticleBush Blitz badge
Bush Blitz is launching a nature challenge that encourages young people involved with the Scout and Girl Guide movements to record the plants and animals in their local area. Scouts and Guides who...
View ArticleBackyard Species Discovery – a virtual citizen science Bush Blitz
When expeditions were on hold due to COVID-19, the Bush Blitz team organised a virtual expedition to continue adding to our knowledge of Australian biodiversity while keeping everyone busy at home. The...
View ArticleCape Range, Western Australia 2019
Cape Range, Western Australia 2019: Bush Blitz expedition report summarises the initial scientific findings of the Bush Blitz expedition that took place from 17 to 27 June 2019. At least 769 species...
View ArticleExciting finds from South Australian caves
Image © Steve Milner The fourth and final Bush Blitz expedition for 2021 took place on Yalata lands, and at the Wahgunyah and Fowlers Bay Conservation Parks, in South Australia from 23 November to 3...
View ArticleLittle Desert, Victoria 2019
Little Desert, Victoria 2019: Bush Blitz expedition report summarises the initial scientific findings of the Bush Blitz expedition that took place from 21 October to 1 November 2019. At least 905...
View ArticleWeird and wonderful discoveries from the deep
In July 2021 Bush Blitz partnered with Museums Victoria and Parks Australia in the Investigating the Indian Oceans Territory voyage on board the CSIRO National Marine Facility’s RV Investigator. These...
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