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Aggregation of thousands of moulting Spider crabs (Leptomithrax gaimardii), South Australia Basin, Australia. Pacific Ocean

Southern brown kiwi (Apteryx australis) primative flightless bird endemic to New Zealand, Stewart Island, New Zealand

Sydney funnel web spider (Atrax robustus) close up showing venom droplets on fangs, bites were nearly always fatal before developing antivenom, Sydney, Bunya Pine Mountains National Park, Queensland

Cotton or hibiscus harlequin bug (Tectocoris diophthalmus) nymph feeding on a green leaf, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. April

Woman of Manila, on the island of Luzon, the Philippines. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature: The Asiatic Islands and New Holland, R

The Princess of Wales pulls a funny face as a bouquet of flowers hits her on the head when thrown from the crowd into the car. Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia, 28th March 1983

Thorny devil (Moloch horridus) walking over sand dune, Yulara, Northern Territory, Australia, November

Great spotted kiwi (Apteryx hstii) Captive, Otorohanga Breeding Facility, New Zealand

Brown kiwi (Apteryx mantelli) in nocturnal kiwi house with reversed daylight cycle, Orana Wildlife Park, Christchurch, New Zealand. February

Dingo puppy (Canis lupus dingo), asleep on an old tree trunk. Captive, Dingo Discovery and Reserach Centre, Toolern Vale, Victoria, Australia. Property released

Granitic boulders at Karlu Karlu / Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve, framed by Eucalyptus tree trunks. Northern Territory, Australia. 2008

Leafy seadragon (Phycodurus eques) male carrying eggs, swims over seagrass meadow. Wool Bay, Edithburgh, South Australia. Gulf of St Vincent

Aboriginal rock art, Wandjina style, Raft Point, Kimberley, Western Australia

Tasmanian pademelon (Thylogale billardierii) mother and five-month-old joey looking out of pouch Cradle Mountain National Park, Tasmania

Western grey kangaroo (Macropus fuliginosus). Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, Western Australia. November

Turtle frog (Myobatrachus gouldii) portrait. Perth, Western Australia. October

Thorny devil (Moloch horridus). Kalbarri National Park, Western Australia. October

Smooth knob-tailed gecko (Nephrurus levis occidentalis) portrait. Kalbarri, Kalbarri National Park, Western Australia. October

Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii), Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania. October. Captive animal - rescued and in rehabilitation

Map of Australia 1874
Map of Australia

Central bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps) male on stick in chenopod shrubland habitat, Meringur in NW Victoria, Australia

Portrait of domestic ragdoll cat, male Shiloh age 13 on a verandah, lookinhg out. Brighton, Victoria, Australia. March

citrus reticulata, citrus paradisi. tangelo, ugli fruit, green subject
Citrus reticulata, Citrus paradisi, Tangelo, Ugli fruit, Green subject

Eclectus parrot (Eclectus roratus) two males arrive at a nest cavity at the same time, both to provision the female within. Iron Range National Park, Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, Australia

Magnificent riflebird (Ptiloris magnificus alberti) male, on his display perch performing a display. Piccaninny Plains Sanctuary, Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, Australia

Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) spotting and flaring wings to come in to land on a branch. Yarra Bend Park, Kew, Victoria, Australia. ÔÇ¿November 2019

Aboriginal people preparing a meal, 19th Century Australia
Vintage engraving of Australian Aboriginal people preparing a meal, 19th Century Australia

Little red flying fox (Pteropus scapulatus) female and suckling baby in flight, searching for place to roost. Nitmiluk National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

Eastern grey kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), two males fighting. Grampians National Park, Victoria, Australia

Geraldton wax flower (Chamelaucium uncinatum), nectar fluorescing in UV light. Western Australia. Controlled conditions, focus stacked. Series 1/2

Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) hanging from a branch with one wing spread, Yarra Bend Park, Kew, Victoria, Australia.ÔÇ¿

Stewart Island Brown Kiwi / Southern Tokoeka (Apteryx australis lawryi), female probing by scent for sand hoppers in rotting kelp beach wrack, Ocean Beach, Stewart Island, New Zealand

Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) male known as Scooter patrolling his territory, from population of 200. Okarito Forest, Westland, South Island, New Zealand

Great Spotted Kiwi (Apteryx hstii) foraging in rainforest habitat at night, NW Nelson, South Island, Otorohanga Breeding Facility, New Zealand

Coastal taipan (Oxyuranus scutellatus) tasting air, Julatten, north Queensland, Australia

Snares island crested penguin (Eudyptes robustus) colony on the coast, high angle view, Snares Island, New Zealand

Rainbow lorikeet (Trichoglossus moluccanus) on a branch, Cania Gorge National Park, Queensland, Australia. September

Portrait of an adult Three-toed Earless Skink (Hemiergis talbingoensis) Tallarook, Goulburn River in central Victoria, Australia

Eastern tiger snake (Notechis scutatus) female, Yarra River corridor in suburban Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, in mid-summer

Platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus), released onto a log in Little Yarra River, Yarra junction, Victoria, Australia. Photographed under controlled conditions. April 2018

Australian sea lion (Neophoca cinerea), two females greeting each other on beach. Seal Bay Conservation Park, Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Red-collared lorikeet (Trichoglossus rubritorquis) pair examining hole in Eucalyptus as a potential nesting hollow. Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia

Great bowerbird (Chlamydera nuchalis), male showing off treasures whilst female inspects bower. Lake Argyle, Kununurra, Western Australia

Australian green tree frog (Litoria caerulea) camouflaged on Palm leaf. Lake Argyle, Kununurra, Western Australia

Norfolk Island pine trees (Araucaria heterophylla) near lagoon with Mount Lidgbird and Mount Gower in the background, Lord Howe island, Lord Howe Island Group UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site

Harveys Return Beach, geological details, North of Kangaroo Island, South Australia State, Australia, September 2011

Fork-leaved sundew (Drosera bipinata) carnivorous plant, native to Australia

RF - Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) eating leaves, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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"Australasia: A Tapestry of Natural Wonders, Cultural Marvels, and Sporting Passion" In the enchanting darkness of a December night in Melbourne, two little blue penguins stand gracefully on rocks, their silhouettes beautifully contrasting against the vibrant city lights. This captivating image captured during the COP26 Countdown Photo Competition 2021 Joint winner reminds us of Australasia's unique blend of urban sophistication and natural wonders. As we explore this vast continent through an antique map of Australia, our journey takes us to New Zealand where we encounter Strigops habroptilus, better known as the kakapo - a rare and fascinating parrot species. The magic continues as Sydney's Opera Bar and iconic Opera House come alive with vivid projections during Vivid Sydney festival; a testament to the region's artistic flair. Heading towards Matamata in New Zealand's North Island, we find ourselves transported into Middle-earth at Hobbiton Movie Set. Amongst charming hobbit houses nestled amidst lush greenery, it feels like stepping into another realm altogether. Delving deeper into history through an antique map from the 19th century, we discover New Zealand's rich heritage depicted intricately. It serves as a reminder that behind its breathtaking landscapes lies a tapestry woven by generations past. Moving along Tasmania's west coastline to Strahan wharf reveals stacks of lobster pots standing tall - symbols of both livelihood and sustenance for coastal communities. This glimpse into local life showcases Australasia's deep connection with its surrounding seas. The bustling cityscape and picturesque harbor in Wellington further exemplify Australasia’s cosmopolitan charm while offering stunning views that captivate visitors' hearts forevermore. No exploration would be complete without venturing into Australia’s heartland – Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park in Northern Territory unveils Uluru/Ayers Rock majestically rising from red desert sands. Its sacred presence holds spiritual significance for Indigenous Australians, reminding us of the continent's ancient roots.