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Recent fossil discoveries in central Queensland help scientists study climate change, species survival

In short: Scientists are discovering new megafauna and other unusual species at The Caves near Rockhampton. "It's just sheer luck … the limestone at the caves is 390 million years old … and just happened to be in that right spot at the right time to create caves to collect the animals," he said. "Looking back into this fossil record …

The "shock" discovery of Australia's largest mainland carnivorous marsupial in the New South Wales Central West has raised hopes for the endangered species' survival. Key points: A spotted-tailed quoll was found in Orange for the first time, raising hopes for their survival Only 14,000 remain in the wild across Australia — a 90 per cent decline on the population's peak …

Australia's charismatic glider marsupial Stephanie Jackson - Australian wildlife collection/Alamy The greater glider is a solitary, tree-dwelling marsupial with big furry ears and large round eyes The discovery of two new Australian glider species is a boon for biodiversity yet presents a serious challenge for conservation. Minden Pictures/Alamy The greater glider was recently proven to be three distinct species "They're …