Ice Age Australia - A Journey Through Time and Extinction

Embark on a captivating journey through time and extinction in Ice Age Australia with Associate Professor Gilbert Price in this TEDxUQ talk, featuring Auslan sign language interpretation by Tanya Crosby. Explore the fascinating world beyond dinosaurs, delving into the realm of giant marsupials, ancient migrations, and the secrets of "Australia's Serengeti." Discover how a vertebrate palaeoecologist and geochronologist unravels the mysteries of Earth's unique ecosystems and fauna, focusing on their response to prehistoric climatic changes. Gain insights into the development of palaeoecological models for Australia's Cenozoic era, with special emphasis on the Quaternary megafauna. This 18-minute presentation offers a fresh perspective on palaeontology, challenging conventional notions and revealing the rich history of Australia's prehistoric landscape.

Ice Age Australia: A journey through time and extinction (with Auslan) | Gilbert Price | TEDxUQ