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Reptiles

Find out more about this diverse group of animals that includes turtles, lizards, snakes and crocodiles.

Australian reptiles

Australia has many interesting and unique reptiles.

Reptiles in the Australian Museum Collections

Herpetology is the study of reptiles and amphibians, which include snakes, lizards, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, frogs, salamanders and caecilians.

Extinct Australian reptiles

Australia has some of the largest fossil snakes and lizard known. Other reptile groups well represented in the fossil record include crocodiles, turtles and flying reptiles.

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Australian reptiles

Australian reptiles

Australian reptiles

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Egyptian Treasures: art of the pharaohs

13 Sep 09 – 06 Dec 09

Discover the significance of art in ancient Egypt through the eyes of Ramose, a young apprentice learning ancient secrets from a master craftsman. Explore over 250 stunning artefacts from exquisitely decorated coffins, hieroglyphs, mummies, jewellery, bowls and much more. Some objects are on display as a world first!

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