Uncover the secrets of the Australian Museum with our monthly emails. All mammals (including humans) have the same distinctive features. There are now about 4500 different species of mammals living in almost every environment on earth including the oceans, fresh water, on and below the ground, in the treetops and even in the sky. When the dinosaurs disappeared about 65 million years ago, mammals began to diversify into many forms. These early mammals were small, insect-eating creatures that lived at the same time as the dinosaurs.
The first mammals evolved about 190 million years ago. Join us, volunteer and be a part of our journey of discovery! In this section, explore all the different ways you can be a part of the Museum’s groundbreaking research, as well as come face-to-face with our dedicated staff. Come and explore what our researchers, curators and education programs have to offer. In this section, there’s a wealth of information about our collections of scientific specimens and cultural objects. Check out the What’s On calendar of events, workshops and school holiday programs.
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