Bioluminescent beauties: Australian creatures that glow

[Judi Lynn]

Lauderdale, Tasmania. IMAGE CREDIT: Matthew Holz Photography

BY AG STAFF | AUGUST 21, 2018

Whether for defence or to lure prey, the bioluminescence of these Australian animals is one of nature’s most beautiful scenes.

LIFE IN AUSTRALIA HAS adapted to our harsh climate in remarkable ways, but it’s those that use bioluminescence to lure prey, communicate and ward off predators, that have captured our attention.

Australia and New Zealand are the only places in the world where you can see glow worms in situ. Places like Glow Worm Glen in Bundanoon, NSW and the Melba Gully in the Great Otway National Park, VIC are popular not just with tourists, but local revellers too.

While we know why these glow worms become bioluminescent, some of Australia’s other glowing creatures are more mysterious, like the glowing scorpions of the Aussie outback, which continue to puzzle scientists.

More:
https://www.australiangeographic.com.au/topics/science-environment/2018/08/bioluminescent-beauties-meet-australias-sparkling-species/

[Glamrock]

1. Awesome!

Thanks Judi!