There is a lot we can do to help Australia’s native wildlife survive and recover from H5N1 bird flu. It will require far greater care and investment from governments than we’ve seen so far. theconversation.com/powerless-ag...

Powerless against bird flu? Not entirely. Here are 8 ways to help protect Australia’s birds and mammals

As lethal bird flu spreads in Australian wildlife, it can be easy to think nothing can stop it. That’s an error – much can be done.

theconversation.com

Calling all dasyurid-ologists! We're looking for your contributions to a special collection to be published in #australianmammalogy! See graphic and contact @drdunnart.bsky.social for more details! #dasyurids #australianmammals 🐾🐾

The @ausmammals.bsky.social's statement to governments regarding their responses to H5N1 (bird flu) in Australia. 'AMS calls for governments to release wildlife risk assessments and response plans for H5N1 avian influenza' australianmammals.org.au/files/1608_b...

The Australian Mammal Society has released an official statement regarding the threat of H5N1 to Australia's mammals. Please go to the following link to read more: australianmammals.org.au/files/1608_b...

The Australasian Wildlife Management Society will be hosting its annual mid-year event on Monday 27 July. Register for free to join us online, or at one of the three in-person hubs (see QR code), to learn more about impactful science in wildlife management and conservation. #AWMS

The @awmsociety.bsky.social are organizing a FREE online webinar for ECR's! Details below - sign up: forms.gle/dt4A8uhRNQ5X...

Can't get enough of mammal conferences!? The International Mammal Congress #IMC14 is just under 14 months away - and will be held in BRAZIL - just check out the location in Bonito 😍🐺🐯🦭! Rego here: 14imc2027.com/site/imc2027...

Online only tickets are still available for #amsabs2026 until TOMORROW - events.humanitix.com/https-austra...

For decades, we’ve thought that childbirth is uniquely challenging for humans, but it turns out that many other primates find the birth process just as difficult

Childbirth for many primate species is even harder than for humans

For decades, we’ve thought that childbirth is uniquely challenging for humans, but it turns out that many other primates find the birth process just as difficult

newscientist.com

NEW EVENT DROPPED! Due to the huge amount of interest in our extra-curricular events at #amsabs2026, there is a new event for next Friday - details below - book here events.humanitix.com/https-austra...

Program and schedule for #amsabs in Canberra next week is now LIVE on our website! It's a jam packed schedule!! -https://australianmammals.org.au/files/1604_ams_abs_conference_program_for_website_final.pdf

Only ONE WEEK until sunny (maybe?) Canberra and #amsabs2026! 🐾🐨🐭🐺🦇 Next Sunday we kick off with #ECRworkshops and the welcome function! Monday we have #dasyurid and #bat symposia! If you missed out on in-person tickets, online only is available until 3rd July! Can't wait to see you there!

Devastating bushfires provide Kangaroo Island with a unique silver lining as it becomes the largest island in the world to eradicate feral pigs.

Kangaroo Island declared feral pig-free after more than two centuries

Devastating bushfires provide Kangaroo Island with a unique silver lining as it becomes the largest island in the world to eradicate feral pigs.

abc.net.au

Who doesn't love conference merch!? AMS is well known for it's beautiful conference logo's and merch (I mean...how can you go wrong with #australianmammals!). Merch for #amsabs2026 is looking spectacular! Here's a blast from the past to keep you going another week!

Congratulations to all! I am overjoyed to be included in this wonderful anthology alongside so many amazing authors! @deakinuniversity.bsky.social @ausmammals.bsky.social @ecolsocaus.bsky.social @biodivcouncil.bsky.social More here: unsw.press/books/the-be...

It's time to dust of your #mammalfashion for #amsabs2026! Less than two weeks to get your best mammal outfits and accessories ready to debut in Canberra (possibly make sure they are extra cosy!)! Extra points for #bats this year, in honour of our joint conference with #australasianbatsociety! 🦇

Recently, I sat down for a long chat with @mikedigirolamo.bsky.social on @mongabay.com's Newscast to discuss Australia's failures to conserve biodiversity and what needs to change: news.mongabay.com/podcast/2026.... Thanks for giving these critical issues so much thoughtful attention, Mike.

Australia is failing to meet its environment targets, argues ecologist

Australia is one of 17 “megadiverse” countries that account for 70% of Earth’s biodiversity. However, Australia is unique in having the highest mammalian extinction rate in the world. That makes conse...

news.mongabay.com

The banksias are flowering in Kinglake National Park north of Melbourne and I’ve been looking for feathertailed gliders. It’s been largely fruitless until tonight when I hit the jackpot with this individual. They’re the world’s smallest gliding mammal with an average weight of only TWELVE GRAMS 🥺

You are invited to honour the extraordinary scientific career of Professor Chris Dickman, Emeritus Professor in Terrestrial Ecology at the University of Sydney. There are only 80 spaces left for the in-person event!! Register here: lnkd.in/gCH7MMEF You can also attend online, lnkd.in/gWVqB-ei 🐾

If you're not already following @jessharwoodart.bsky.social, what are you doing, good people?! This is absolutely fabulous 👉 www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Thank you, David Attenborough, for 100 incredible years of life on Earth | Jess Harwood

As a kid I would do his voice, put on my dad’s work shirt and host my own nature documentaries in the backyard

theguardian.com

Check out our President's @euanritchie.bsky.social tribute to Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday in @theconversation.com theconversation.com/from-fossick...

From fossicking for fossils to a champion for life on Earth: Sir David Attenborough at 100

David Attenborough has captured and told the stories of nature to millions of people – and inspired scientists and conservationists the world over.

theconversation.com

PhD opportunity in beautiful South Australia - contact Todd before the end of the month with your expressions of interest!

Details of the #amsabs2026 field trips just dropped! Weekend adventures to Jerrabomberra Wetlands and Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve await those who sign up fast enough! Everyone who has registered for the conference should get the details by email! Platypus in Tidbinbilla (c) Pascal Vuylsteker

Haven't got your #amsabs2026 ticket yet?? Early bird rego is closing TODAY!! Head to our website to secure your ticket! australianmammals.org.au/conferences/...

The Australian Mammal Society is pleased to announce a new Award - in honour of mammal and wildlife champion Barbara Triggs. The Bruno (Barbara Triggs) Award is named after one of Barbara's much loved Wombats - read more here: australianmammals.org.au/awards/thebr...

Time flies! Abstract submissions are due for #amsabs2026 TOMORROW! Don't miss out - head to the details here - australianmammals.org.au/conferences/...

If you haven't already registered and submitted your abstract for #amsabs2026 - head to our website to get started! australianmammals.org.au/conferences/...

Excited for #amsabs2026?? We certainly are - here's a taster of the symposia we've got in store for you! Rego is OPEN! Sign up and submit your abstracts (closing 20th April) - australianmammals.org.au/conferences/...

Hey Mammal Nerds! Got something mammal-y too good to keep to yourself? Share it with our members - details on image! 🐾

Truffle oil is where it’s at if you want to increase detection duration at camera traps! Well done to Georgia for getting her first publication out, completed as part of her undergraduate studies! #australianmammalogy #wildlife @ausmammals.bsky.social connectsci.au/am/article/4...