Each year some humpback whales migrate from the Antarctic to north eastern Australian waters travelling a distance of some 10,000 Kilometres. Some pass Sydney and even enter the harbour. I understand there is lots of food in the Antarctic, but … [Read more...] about Humpback off Sydney, Australia
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Tests of the Sensitivity of the Atmosphere to Variations in Green Houses Gases by Tom Quirk
General Circulation Models (GCM) used to forecast the future evolution of the atmosphere do not properly cover many of the important features of the last fifty years. This raises serious questions about their ability to predict future climate … [Read more...] about Tests of the Sensitivity of the Atmosphere to Variations in Green Houses Gases by Tom Quirk
Bumblebee Success
I'm into my second year as a member of The Bumblebee Conservation Trust. I was considering burying a bumble bee nest box in my garden, but the other day I noticed that there is no need - the little critters have already made a nest utilising a … [Read more...] about Bumblebee Success
What is Wilderness? (Part 11)
For me, wilderness both resonates of human potential and also describes the ultimate expression of humanity. No other state of relations can be more admirable. Far from the notion of humankind and wilderness being mutually exclusive, I believe we … [Read more...] about What is Wilderness? (Part 11)
What is Wilderness? (Part 10)
"Genuine wilderness must embody a strong element of wildness and freedom. It is not a nature park with paths and handrails and faux rustic signs warning of the obvious with myriad rules enforced by badged bureaucrats in uniform. Real wilderness … [Read more...] about What is Wilderness? (Part 10)
What is Wilderness? (Part 9)
It becomes so hypnotising, that I've just had to dive overboard into 15,000 feet of ultramarine indigo and let my boat sail on without me with no one on board. Mind you, I had a long line trailing....... I felt I was "the first that ever burst … [Read more...] about What is Wilderness? (Part 9)
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
