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Tawny Frogmouth
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/birds/tawny-frogmouth/

With their nocturnal habit and owl-like appearance, Tawny Frogmouths are often confused with owls, but are actually more closely related to the nightjars. Their feet are weak however, and lack the curved talons of owls.

Published 30 October 2015

wildlife of sydney bird
Net-casting Spiders
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/spiders/net-casting-spiders/

Net-casting Spiders have a unique way of catching their prey. They make a small web in the form of a net held by the front legs that can be stretched out wide to envelop an unwary insect passing by.

Published 30 January 2014

spider wildlife of sydney
Diamond Python
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/reptiles/diamond-python/

Diamond Python

Published 28 November 2012

python snake wildlife of sydney reptile
Paper wasps
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/insects/paper-wasps/

Paper wasps

Published 25 September 2015

wasp insect stinging wildlife of sydney
Fiery Skimmer
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/insects/fiery-skimmer/

Fiery Skimmer

Published 08 May 2009

dragonfly insect wildlife of sydney
South-eastern Petaltail
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/insects/south-eastern-petaltail/

South-eastern Petaltail

Published 20 May 2009

dragonfly insect wildlife of sydney
Fig wasps
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/insects/fig-wasps/

Fig wasps

Published 03 March 2014

wasp insect wildlife of sydney
Privet Hawk Moth
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/insects/privet-hawk-moth/

Privet Hawk Moth

Published 14 October 2009

lepidoptera wildlife of sydney moth
Plague Soldier Beetle
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/insects/plague-soldier-beetle/

Plague Soldier Beetle

Published 11 April 2012

insect wildlife of sydney beetle
Velvet ants
https://australianmuseum.net.au/learn/animals/insects/velvet-ants/

Velvet ants

Published 23 April 2010

wasp insect wildlife of sydney Mutillidae

200 Treasures of the Australian Museum

The Westpac Long Gallery showcases 100 treasures from our collections alongside the stories of 100 of Australia’s most-influential people.

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Capturing Nature

A unique exhibition showcasing early photography at the Australian Museum between 1857–1893.

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