Queensland News

Science Behind the Camera: Snapping Pictures for Climate Research

In 2015, mankind will take about one trillion photos. Up until 2010, 3.8 trillion photos had been taken. If taking photos solved climate change, 2015 would cause the earth’s climate to be cesspool-level stagnant, writes Discover Magazine Online. As we know, taking photographs does not solve climate change — If only. Still, citizen science projects like RedMap use photography to collect data on our changing environment. Read the full …

Dwindling fish stocks require consumption changes: IMAS study

It's depressing news for fish lovers but a new study has found dwindling fish stocks will mean consumption patterns will have to dramatically change within a decade, writes ABC Radio. The University of Tasmania research found nations and industries are competing for fish and it will soon no longer be viable to use the resource for both food and products like fertiliser. Read the full story and listen to the …

Changing oceans - a video with Dr Gretta Pecl

As our oceans change, so do the animals that live in it. Associate Professor Gretta Pecl - marine scientist and Redmap founder -  looks to understand how animals respond to climate change in the ocean and what that means for us.

Top 3 sightings per state and other Redmap data

Australian fishers, divers and beachcombers have shared on Redmap more than 1270 sightings of marine life they considered uncommon to their local seas. More than a quarter of the confirmed sightings were out of their usual home range; and many more were valuable observations of elusive or poorly-documented species. And, divers appeared to be the most enthusiastic reporters to Redmap! Here is a snapshot of Redmap's citizen science data, including …

What the FISH? Catching ‘mainland’ fish in Tasmania

A changing climate and strengthening East Australian Current mean the east coast of Tasmania is a ‘hotspot’, with seas warming almost four times the global average.  So it’s no surprise that warmer-water fish are turning up further south than usual.  And often to the delight of Tassie fishers!

Kelp beds transplanted to Tasmania to help reveal effects of climate change

In a world-first study, scientists have transplanted kelp off the coast of Tasmania to better understand the impact of climate change, writes ABC Online.  The kelp, which grows from northern New South Wales around to Western Australia, provides an ecosystem for hundreds of marine species. Now it is thinning and becoming patchy because of warming waters. Read the full story here at ABC Online.

Marine changes are shared experiences

Local, lived experiences add value to the science documenting changes in our marine environments, says researcher Gretta Pecl, supporting better decisions for the future of our fisheries.  Read about Dr Pecl's research, life, and Redmap on the FRDC website.

Q&As: The Science of Climate Change

Want to know more about climate change but not sure where to start looking for info? Then this easy-to-read booklet (by the Australian Academy of Science) answers many questions surrounding climate change in Australia. Get some answers here!

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