markmcg

Senior Fellow at the Australian Museum.

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Sometimes the most exciting discoveries are right on our doorstep! A recent @iNaturalist observation by @biniek-io has recorded a Scaly Puller (Azurina lepidolepis) in Sydney Harbour for the very first time. Read more about this exciting find. https://t.co/lBzm5WOQER

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Range extension alert! A Panther Flounder (Bothus pantherinus) has been spotted at Rottnest Island, WA—about 400 km south of its known range! Huge congrats to Alex Fox (@afox1452) for this incredible find. https://t.co/WYAA9P8Ugg

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Snake eats fish! A remarkable observation from Tasmania’s Walls of Jerusalem Nat Park shows a Tiger Snake eating a Brown Trout. The image, uploaded to @inaturalist by @brucedeagle, highlights the surprising interactions citizen scientists can capture. https://t.co/Zkp7e1CyoP

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It flashed in the torchlight... and it wasn't what they expected.
Divers in WA have photographed a striking Highfin Veilfin, Velifer hypselopterus, near Rockingham—a unique sighting in these temperate waters! https://t.co/mdCapeU7Fs
#AustralasianFishes #ScubaDiving

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Fish Detective Game – Case #16: The Wide-Eyed Watcher.
Large eyes… belly scutes… a gill cover spine… and white fin margins. Can you crack the case from just 4 clues? https://t.co/fyhEx4Jq33

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New record! 🚨 Golden Trevally caught at Pacific Palms (32° 13'S). This tropical icon has pushed past its 'official' southern limit. https://t.co/nlN6dBbomU

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Ever wondered how scientists find the fish that hide in plain sight? Andrew Green—Reef Life Survey founder and prolific observer—reveals his top tips for spotting and photographing elusive species, plus stories from a lifetime underwater. https://t.co/J8ifH5IV6h

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Big news for Aussie fish lovers.

The Orange & Black Dragonet (Dactylopus kuiteri) has just been recorded in Australia for the first time—spotted at Low Isles! A brilliant example of citizen science in action.
https://t.co/zrYGQqBwtW

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Can you name this fish? It has a lure like a mini toilet brush and literally walks on its fins. Sounds like a prank, but it’s real! Check the clues and drop your guess in the comments. https://t.co/tH5LpEFXnE #FishDetective #MarineScience #NatureIsWeird #australasianfishes

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Sometimes, one photo is all it takes to rewrite the map. Mitchell Heide observed a Ningaloo Maskray in the Coral Sea for the first time! Previously thought to live only in WA, this ray was spotted at Magnetic Island, Queensland—a massive range extension. https://t.co/8RXtKXjMeb

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We are thrilled to see Dr Elodie Camprasse taking her passion for marine ecology to TEDxCecilStreet this May.
Elodie will be exploring "The Heart Of It"—diving deep into why our oceans matter now more than ever. https://t.co/vEf5iEOCWA

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We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Sascha Schulz, a titan of the Australasian Fishes Project. From his stunning freediving photography to his staggering 57,000+ identifications, Sascha’s passion for the ocean was inspirational. https://t.co/j0Uc195Rz2

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Can you solve the latest Fish Detective mystery from the Australasian Fishes Project? From rubbery lips to a prominent forehead hump, this species is a true icon of the reef. https://t.co/aMfidnN8bC

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How does a "newbie" to citizen science end up documenting a catastrophic marine event?
Johanna Williams shares her moving and inspiring story of resilience, community, and the power of really looking. https://t.co/gpmiGDsNW7

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Think you’re an expert on Australasian marine life? Put your skills to the test with Case #13 of our Fish Detective game! 🕵️‍♂️ We’ve got four clues to help you identify "The Flat Filcher". https://t.co/F7AO9u1rro

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Citizen scientist @henrick has recorded the first-ever observation of a Weber’s Puller, Chromis weberi, in Sydney Harbour. Confirmed by expert Dr. Gerry Allen, this discovery adds to the 700+ species found in our underwater backyard! https://t.co/yqPxS4scaD

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A tiny black and white blur in the surge..." Discover how @jmartincrossley managed an "off the hip" snap of a Bicolor Chromis at Roe Reef—a massive 400km south of where this species is usually found! https://t.co/QY39CwmeKr

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🕵️‍♂️ Fish Detective: Case #12 is LIVE!

Can you identify the "Roundfaced Rogue"? 🐟🔍

The Profile:

🟡 Yellow/black pelvic fins

⚫ Dark blotch below the pectoral fin

👁️ Dark bar through the eye

How many clues do you need to solve it? 🕵️‍♀️

https://t.co/N0ObjyTYTC

#FishDetective

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We started as a Honda Jazz, but now we're a Lamborghini! 🚗 The Australasian Fishes Project is celebrating a massive milestone: over 500,000 fish observations recorded by our community! A huge thanks to our 4,000+ members.
Join the ride! https://t.co/OVd8Ne9gxx

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Calling all Fish Detectives! 📢

A new case is open: The Spotted Suspect has 4 clues, but only one correct ID. Are you up to the challenge? 🐠

Play the game and drop your guess in the comments! 👇 https://t.co/b8Se7faOV4 #FishFacts #Puzzle #AustralasianFishes #SpottedSuspect