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Helicoprion
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/helicoprion/

Helicoprion is an extinct genus of shark-like eugeneodont fish (a group of extinct cartilaginous fishes). Members of Eugenodontida possess a unique morphological feature called “tooth whorls”. They first appeared in the Devonian before going extinct in the Early Triassic.

Published 27 April 2022

ancient sharks fish Prehistoric shark Sharks exhibition
Xenacanthus
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/xenacanthus/

The Xenacanthus is a genus of prehistoric sharks.

Published 27 April 2022

ancient sharks fish Prehistoric shark Sharks exhibition
Megalodon, Otodus megalodon
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/fishes/otodus-megalodon/

The Megalodon, meaning 'giant tooth', is an extinct species of mackerel shark that lived approximately 23 to 3.6 million years ago.

Published 27 April 2022

ancient sharks fish Prehistoric shark Sharks exhibition

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and add-on VR experience.

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Future Now

Step into Future Now, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

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10am - 4.30pm

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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