News: biodiversity
South Australian Biodiversity Under Threat from Ongoing Drought Crisis
Three Environment Institute members have featured in The Guardian, shedding light on how South Australia鈥檚 historic dry spell is impacting ecosystems. Dr Stefan Caddy-Retalic spoke on widespread tree dieback across the 米兰电子 Hills, Dr Jess Marsh raised alarms for the critically endangered Kangaroo Island assassin spider, and Dr Katja Hogendoorn warned of a looming collapse in native bee populations.
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Looking back on WOMADelaide 2025
The Environment Institute presented The Planet Talks at the 2025 WOMADelaide Festival, held on Saturday, 9th March. Taking place at the Frome Park Pavilion, these thought-provoking sessions brought together inspiring speakers to discuss, collaborate, and spark positive change for the environment. Click to listen to both sessions now.听
Urgent Call to Investigate Kangaroo Deaths on Fleurieu Peninsula
Associate Professor Wayne Boardman from the University of 米兰电子 has called for a thorough investigation into the recent deaths of kangaroos on the Fleurieu Peninsula, challenging assumptions that the cause is phalaris staggers and emphasizing the need to consider environmental factors such as toxins and climate impacts.
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How Freshwater Transformed the Coorong's Microbial World
Environment Institute members Chris Keneally and Justin Brookes and their team have conducted groundbreaking research on how floods impact microbial communities in the Coorong Lagoon. Their study revealed that the 2022 flood not only reduced methane-producing microbes but also promoted beneficial bacterial growth, highlighting the vital role of freshwater flows in restoring ecological balance.听
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Students Discover New Insects Thanks to Citizen Science
Environment Institute members听 and , in collaboration with and Dr Andrew Howe, share in their recently published article for The Conversation how they led "Insect Investigators" project, which uncovered over 3,000 insect species previously unrecorded in the Barcode of Life DNA database. Discover how they successfully engaged students and teachers across regional Australia to help achieve this remarkable scientific milestone.听
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Eat The Invaders Event Recap
Read about our amazing event and watch the Eat The Invaders Panel Discussion, available now for streaming!
Tracking Wombats and Rabbits from Space
New research by PhD candidate , an Environment Institute Member, has found that satellites can track wombat and rabbit burrows from space.
The Cost of Preventing Species Extinctions in Australia: New Paper Released
A new study co-authored by a member of the Environment Institute, highlights the staggering financial commitment required to halt extinctions for Australia鈥檚 priority species.听
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Why Australia Needs Urgent Environmental Law Reform
With climate challenges increasing, Professor Patrick O'Connor听discusses why effective environmental laws and strategic conservation funding are essential for long-term economic resilience.
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The Reintroduction of the Murray Crayfish in South Australia
After 40 years, Murray crayfish are being reintroduced to South Australia.听As a keystone species, their return could bring major ecological benefits, but long-term success will require continued effort.听
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