In the late 1970s, the mammal emblem of WA, the termite-eating numbat, was slipping towards extinction. This once-widespread marsupial survived in only three places in the south-west and by 1985, at only two sites, Dryandra and the Perup Forest with around 300 animals. This presentation will trace the ups and ...
This meeting will have a Fungi theme with Daniel Heald delivering a presentation covering a number of Fungi Species. If time permits anyone is welcome to share any fungi images that may be of interest.
Dr Lachlan Strain, Principal Research Scientist- Molluscs, DPIRD We will learn about the species, habitat and life cycle of the various abalone species that are found along WA’s coast line. We will also learn how researchers collect data and make recommendations for the following season. The 2024 recreational abalone season ...
DRB Presents: Amy Wild from Amy Wild Adventures with live Reptiles
Join Julie for an introductory talk on the biology, diversity, and interactions of fungi in soil. Julie Fielder is a mycologist and botanist who has worked with plants and fungi across Australia. Her personal passion is the soil mycobiome, and its ecological relationships with plants and soil chemistry. Julie is ...
DRB Presents: Diana Papenfus talking about Christmas Island
Bring photos of sightings or outings etc., that may be of interest to other members.
There will be no NSB meeting in July. Instead, we encourage all NSB members to attend the Centenary Celebration Luncheon being held on Saturday 13 July at the University Club of Western Australia, UWA. 12noon – 3pm.
Dr Holly Raudino is a Senior Research Scientist within the Marine Science Program of the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. Holly's interest lies in behavioural ecology and applied research on threatened marine fauna. She leads the state government research and monitoring of marine mammals and continues to collaborate with ...
DRB Presents: Kelly Sheldrick (CCWA) speaking on the Bat Monitoring Program and the Christmas Island Pipistrelle
Topic: Great Southern Bioblitz – Daniel Heald will discuss the upcoming Bioblitz. The remainder of the meeting will be a Members’ Night – members are invited to share images of sightings or other subjects of interest Contact: for further details.
Dr John Huisman This talk at the main club evening will feature Dr John Huisman sharing about William Henry Harvey and his Western Australian Seaweeds. John’s presentation will give a general overview of the history and current state of seaweed diversity in the Perth region, but then concentrate on his ...
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