Reptiles > Lizards
The Thorny Devil (Moloch horridus) is an extraordinary agamid lizard uniquely endemic to the harsh, sun-baked desert interior of Australia. Resembling a miniature dragon sculpted from desert sandstone, its body is completely covered in a ferocious armor of rigid,...
Plants > Ferns
The Bird’s-nest Fern (Asplenium australasicum) is one of the most magnificent and ecologically transformative epiphytic plants in the southern hemisphere. Native to the lush subtropical and temperate rainforests of eastern Australia, this colossal fern forms...
Reptiles > Geckos
The Eastern Spiny-tailed Gecko (Strophurus williamsi), often referred to as Williams’ spiny-tailed gecko, is an extraordinary arboreal reptile endemic to the semi-arid woodlands and arid scrublands of eastern inland Australia. Belonging to the endemic Australian...
Fungi > Webcaps
The Metallic Cortinar (Cortinarius metallicus) is one of the most mesmerizing, jewel-like agaric mushrooms inhabiting the cool temperate rainforests of southeastern Australia. Belonging to Cortinarius, the largest and most ecologically complex genus of ectomycorrhizal...
Plants > Grass Trees
The Western Australian Grass Tree (Xanthorrhoea preissii), locally known by the Noongar name ‘Balga,’ is one of the most ancient, architecturally striking arborescent monocots in the Australian flora. Belonging to the family Asphodelaceae, this legendary...
