The Green and Golden Bell Frog have a very distinctive croak. It sounds a like a motor cycle changing gears with a slow four-sequence croak
Year of Biodiversity Blog
Keyword: year of biodiversity
Zoo research helping to manage wild populations (2/6/2010)
The Wildlife Reproductive Centre (WRC), based at Taronga Western Plains Zoo applies innovative research techniques and data obtained from zoo-based populations to better understand factors contributing to population viability of key species. This includes determining population numbers and dynamics, reproductive health and well-being of individuals and populations.
You may not be aware but weeds are a problem in Sydney (16/4/2010)
You may not be aware but weeds are a problem in Sydney. Why is it such a problem? Weeds are plants that are not native to the Australian bushland and are known to decrease the biodiversity of native flora and fauna. Weeds disrupt the growth of native plants and in turn remove the niches of our precious native animals.
How to be a responsible pet owner? (3/3/2010)
This month you can read our guide on caring responsibly for your own animals at home and do your bit for biodiversity by protecting native wildlife. A dog or cat can be your best friend, but it takes a bit of work, lots of love and some patience.
International Year of Biodiversity 2010 (3/2/2010)
A welcome message from the United Nations: The United Nations declared 2010 to be the International Year of Biodiversity. It is a celebration of life on earth and of the value of biodiversity for our lives. The world is invited to take action in 2010 to safeguard the variety of life on earth: biodiversity.
