Our rivers and oceans yield immensely valuable resources for
mankind, yet more and more of these aquatic habitats are being destroyed by careless or deliberate human activities,
such as pollution, overfishing and urbanisation. The fauna and flora of these environments are facing enormous
survival problems because of these practices and many species are threatened with extinction.
Sydney Aquarium is committed to conservation and preservation of all marine and freshwater systems and their
unique flora and fauna through ongoing education and research support.
It is reflected in the research assistance offered by the Aquarium. Sydney Aquarium’s facilities have been
used by outside organisations to carry out valuable research which provides better understanding of
Australia’s aquatic life. Sydney Aquarium has provided assistance to many research institutions
including the University of Sydney, the University of New South Wales, as well as many others.
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Be aware of the inherent dangers of litter on aquatic life and dispose of litter responsibly. Join campaigns such as Clean Up Australia. |
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Report sightings of injured and entangled animals to Sydney Aquarium,
on 02 8251 7834. |
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Report illegal dumping of waste to the relevant government authorities. |
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Pick up discarded fishing line and other plastic debris on beaches.
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If everyone does just a little to improve aquatic habitats, the lives of many creatures can be saved and the future of our aquatic resources assured.
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The Grey Nurse Shark
The Grey Nurse Shark is one of our most endangered marine creatures with as estimated 450 sharks remaining off the east coast of Australia. This shark, which is featured at Sydney Aquarium, has never been responsible for a human death yet humans are the main cause of its decline.
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Our Aquatic Habitats
We have always used our rivers and oceans for transport, travel, food, and recreation. With the world population rapidly increasing, more and more people are exploiting the resources of these environments as well as polluting them. Strain is being placed on aquatic environments and the animals that live in them.
How can we protect our precious aquatic habitats?
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Platypus
The male Platypus has a sharp venomous spur on the inside of each rear leg. There have been no deaths to humans stung by platypus, but small animals have died due to the venom.
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