A slow-moving sleeper shark captured on camera deep below the ocean surface near the South Shetland Islands is the first shark species to ever be found in Antarctic waters.
The moment turtle Terry was released from Sydney Harbour
A three-flippered turtle named Terry was released into Sydney Harbour after a lifesaving operation and recovery at Taronga Zoo’s wildlife hospital.
Golden bandicoot numbers triple at Central Australian haven
A population of threatened golden bandicoots is booming at Newhaven Wildlife Sanctuary, north-west of Alice Springs.
'Shattered hearts': Piper James's family joins traditional owners in smoking ceremony
K'gari traditional owners have held a smoking ceremony for Piper James, who died on the island last month, to give her spirit a safe passage home.
World's fastest animal spotted in Central Australian outback for first time
The world's fastest falcon has been spotted in Central Australia for the first time, surprising even the seasoned birdwatcher who caught the rare sight on camera.
Doberman pinscher named Penny wins top prize at Westminster Dog Show
Penny bested six other finalists at New York's Madison Square Garden to win the show dog world's most coveted prize, after more than 2,500 dogs strutted their stuff.
Family of Piper James arrives for farewell on island where she died
The parents and close friends of Piper James, 19, who died on K'gari (Fraser Island) last month, arrive in Australia to say their final farewells.
'Incredible' act by critically endangered bat pictured for first time
Often compared to a "teddy bear", advocates hope the special snap of an endangered flying fox carrying its pup will shine a light on the Christmas Island animal.
Christmas Island Flying Fox
The Christmas Island flying fox is critically endangered and endemic to the remote territory.
Kangaroo Island's sea lions.
As South Australia's harmful algal bloom recedes from many beaches tourist operators on Kangaroo Island are looking for signs of regeneration and resilience and the return of more fish and marine mammals.
Rescued cygnets released back into the wild
A group of volunteers released 26 rescued cygnets into the Leschenault Estuary, watching some take flight for the first time in their lives.
The 'very simple' ways a dog knows how you're feeling
Your dog is constantly reading you and using it to their advantage. These are the cues they use to foresee your next move.
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'Carnage' at Perth greyhound track prompts calls to end racing
Four dogs were injured and two euthanased after a greyhound racing event in Cannington this week, escalating calls to end the sport.
Polar bear walks on ice with cubs
Polar bear walks on ice with cubs.
Norway's polar bears defy odds by bulking up, despite shrinking sea ice
Polar bears of the Svalbard archipelago have surprised scientists by growing fatter, despite shrinking sea ice, with one theory that the bears are including reindeer and walrus in their diet.
Flying foxes succumb to heat as rescuers swoop to 'pick up the pieces'
A deadly combination of heatwaves has all but decimated a colony of flying foxes in SA's south-east, with surviving bats taken in by conservationists.
K'gari backpacker's family to travel to Australia
The heartbroken parents of Canadian backpacker Piper James will travel to Australia next week to visit K'gari, the island where their beloved daughter lost her life.
Dozens of bats entangled in Queensland golf club netting
A mass wildlife rescue is again underway at the Noosa Golf Club after dozens of flying foxes became trapped in netting at its driving range for the fourth time this month.
Tourist mauled by snow leopard while trying to take photo, Chinese media reports
A female skier has been mauled by a snow leopard on her way back to her hotel in China after she attempted to get a selfie.
Cattle farmer rescues koala from bushfire
Cattle farmer Glenn Paton recounts a koala rescue at his neighbour's property in Gellibrand.
Rescue dog takes to the bush on mission to track koalas
This scruffy pup has gone from the pound to being part of a scat detection dog team, helping save endangered koalas.