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Monotremes are unique, inside and out

Posted on Jul 23 2024 by Johnny von Einem

The identification of a key gene in monotremes has increased our understanding of why the stomachs of platypuses and echidnas are atypically small, non-acidic, and, in the instance of platypuses, lack a pyloric sphincter.

Citizens recruited to unlock the secret lives of echidnas

Posted on Jan 25 2022 by Kelly Brown

Researchers at the University of ��’s Environment Institute and members of the general public have recorded the largest number of echidna sightings across Australia to aid in the conservation of the iconic mammal.

Echidna conservation science initiative a finalist in Eureka Awards

Posted on Sep 2 2021 by Kelly Brown

��’s Echidna Conservation Science Initiative (EchidnaCSI) is a finalist in the Australian Museum’s 2021 Eureka Prizes.

Echidnas, poop and creepy crawlies

Posted on Aug 16 2021 by Kelly Brown

Leading science communicators from the University of �� will join forces with a local echidna ecologist, to share their expertise in echidnas and insects in a free, interactive workshop on Kangaroo Island, as part of National Science Week (14-22 August).

Genomes reveal new insights into iconic Aussie animals

Posted on Jan 12 2021 by Robyn Mills

The genomes of egg-laying monotreme mammals, platypus and echidna, have been published in the prestigious journal .

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