Research & Stories
The LIRRF BlogOur stories explore the complexity and wonder of coral reefs through the eyes of researchers and students who are studying and observing them.
Exploring the sea spider diversity from Lizard Island
Sea spiders (Pycnogonida) are a fascinating and understudied group of organisms. They are the...
We were there in the pioneer days, living in tents on the beach
Some 45 years ago, just a few years after Professor Frank Talbot AM established the Lizard Island...
Effects of habitat fragmentation on reef fish communities
Makeely Blandford has completed her final report for studies undertaken at the Australian Museum’s...
Fellowships Awarded 2023
We’re delighted to highlight the award of four new postdoctoral fellows and four new postdoctoral...
Fish Work – a poet’s view
It was August 2017 when I first flew from Cairns to Lizard Island Research Station. I had...
Big coral spawning event in 2022
Most species of hard corals on the Great Barrier Reef take part in a mass spawning event over a...
Lizard Island’s smallest fish, and where to find them
Finally, a long-delayed field trip takes place! Dr Chris Goatley (University of New England) and...
Fellowships and grants on offer for 2023
Thanks to funding provided by our Foundation, applications are now open for up to 9 awards for...
Activities at Lizard Island Research Station
In this short video, shot from the Station, Anne Hoggett, LIRS Director shares her insights about...
Octopus pair at Lizard Island
On our last expedition to Jiigurru (Lizard Island), we were fortunate enough to witness a pair of...
The next Crown-of-Thorns Starfish outbreak is coming
Crown-of-Thorns Starfish (COTS) are natural members of coral reef communities and their numbers...
Lizard Island Coral Reef Study Tour 2022
Introduction by Kate Hayward, LIRRF Chair Back in 2019, the LIRRF undertook to support and fund an...
Coral reefs need our help
The Great Barrier Reef is a vital part of our ecosystem and a natural wonder beloved by Australians. It is a World Heritage Area that is at risk of being listed as 'in danger' in recognition of the many challenges it faces.
Science and the will for change are the only possible solutions. Our work is helping.
Will you help us?
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Weather & Ocean Observations
Latest Lizard Island Weather & Oceanic Observations from the AIMS Data Centre
We acknowledge Dingaal and Ngurrumungu Traditional Owners of the lands, seas and skies of the Lizard Island region.