Australia's Fauna

The Online Zoological Collections of Australian Museums (OZCAM) aims to provide an online distributed query network to faunal collections in Australian museums. Australia's Fauna contains information about the faunal (animal) collections held in Australian museums and other institutions, such as CSIRO.

http://www.ozcam.gov.au/

Australian National Insect Collection (ANIC)

The Australian National Insect Collection (ANIC) is the world's largest collection of Australian insects and related groups such as mites, spiders, worms and centipedes.

http://www.csiro.au/places/ANIC.html

Australian National Wildlife Collection (ANWC)

Website for the Australian National Wildlife Collection which is a biodiversity resource aiding the study, classification and documentation of Australia's mammals, birds and reptiles.

http://www.csiro.au/places/anwc.html

Exotic bird record keeping scheme

The Australian Government has introduced a record keeping scheme to help bird keepers keep adequate records, minimising the risk of acquiring illegally traded birds, and reducing disease and pest risks in Australia from illegally imported birds.

http://australia.gov.au/service/exotic-bird-record-keeping-scheme

FaunaNet

FaunaNet is an online gateway to resources and expertise in biodiversity and conservation. The Australian Museum's Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Research (CBCR) has coordinated the resources of FaunaNet into five modules.

http://faunanet.gov.au/

Feral animals

Introduced pest animals are normally controlled because they are perceived to have a significant impact on agriculture and the environment. The National Feral Animal Control Program has been developed to overcome key impediments to more effective pest management.

http://www.daff.gov.au/brs/land/feral-animals

Invasive species

The Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts' Invasive species home page - includes information on major invasive species in Australia and plans for their control.

http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/invasive/

Migratory species in Australia

Many animals migrate to Australia and its external territories, or pass though or over Australian waters during their annual migrations. Information covered includes migratory waterbirds, albatrosses and petrels, mammals, cetaceans, seals and sea lions, bats, fish, sharks, reptiles and marine turtles.

http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/migratory/

Search the Species Profile and Threats database

The database is designed to provide information about species and ecological communities listed under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.

http://australia.gov.au/service/search-the-species-profile-and-threats-database

Threatened species and ecological communities

Changes to the landscape and native habitat as a result of human activity have put many of Australia's unique species at risk. Over the last two hundred years many species of plants and animals have become extinct. For the other species of plants and animals whose survival is threatened, a range of management and conservation measures are in place.

http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/threatened/

Whale and dolphin conservation in Australia

Australian waters are home to many species of unique and magnificent marine mammals, including 43 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises. The Australian Government has made whale and dolphin conservation a priority and is a world leader in the protection and conservation of these incredible animals both in Australia and internationally. This site includes a Kids section where they can learn more about Australia's whales and dolphins.

http://www.environment.gov.au/coasts/species/cetaceans/intro.html

Wildlife trade and conservation

Australia 's unique plants and animals are known throughout the world and are an important part of our natural heritage. The Australian Government recognises the inherent value of our native species and the need to ensure their continued survival.

http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/trade-use/