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New research has shown for the first time that Australian marsupials are contaminated with synthetic "forever chemicals," which are linked to significant health impacts on other animals and humans.

A trail camera at a national park in Australia filmed a spotted-tailed quoll meeting two rock-wallabies, a “rarely documented” encounter. Screengrab from NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service's ...

If Australia is renowned for one thing, it's the proportion of highly dangerous animals that populate the continent. The three most venomous snakes in the world are from Australia (with a few others ...

The investigative minds at How to Survive explore Australian animal hazards, venom and attack risks, and survival strategies.