In close collaboration with Owen Dunlop and Darren Grigg, I have written and presented a series of short films about biodiversity, part of a package of materials sent out to all primary schools within the Murray-Darling Basin
Series 2–Dr Dave out west
- An overview of the Darling catchment
- What have we got here: Feral Goats
- What have we got here: Fish traps
- What have we here: Emus
- What have we here: Eagles
- What have we here: Yabbies
- What have we got here: Woodland birds
- What have we got here: Mistletoe
- What have we got here: Rock art
- A song to the Darling River
What have we got here: Alien Fish
Alien fish are a big problem in the Murray–Darling Basin. Learn what alien fish are, and why they are a problem in the Basin. Watch Video
What have we got here: The Curlew
The Curlew is a vulnerable species of bird. :earn about why bushlands are important to the Curlew and how we can work together to help them survive. Watch Video
What have we got here: The Eastern Blue Tongue Lizard
The Eastern Blue Tongue Lizard is an iconic Australian reptile. Learn about what makes the Blue Tongue special and why the environment is important to them. Watch Video
What have we got here: Squirrel Gliders
Like other native animals, Squirrel Gliders depend on the environment to survive. Learn about what makes these nocturnal animals special. Watch Video
What have we got here: Indigenous Gardens
Native woodlands have been providing for Indigenous Australians for thousands of years. Learn about some of the Indigenous uses of native plants. Watch Video
What have we got here: The Murray-Darling Basin Carpet Python
The Murray–Darling Carpet Python is a threatened species. Learn about the Carpet Python and why they are rarely seen these days. Watch Video
What have we got here: Native Fish
There are many native fish in Murray–Darling Basin. Learn about some of the native fish in our rivers and why the conserving the environment is important for their survival. Watch Video
What have we got here: Native Animals
Native animals can make good pets, as long as they are obtained from a licensed retailer. Lean about what makes native animals special. Watch Video
What have we got here: Threats
There are many threats to our environment. Learn about some of these threats, including clearing, overgrazing, pest animals, removal of fallen timber and weeds. Watch Video
What have we got here: Turtle Release
The Murray River Turtle is a native species of the Murray–Darling Basin. Observe a Murray River Turtle being released back into the waterway. Watch Video