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An obituary to Perameles Gunnii (Eastern Barred Bandicoot)

An obituary to Perameles Gunnii (Eastern Barred Bandicoot)

Conor Richardson

Perfection was lying at my feet in a pocket of undisturbed land in a spreading suburbia. The creature so small so vulnerable, lifeless amidst the fog of Dru Point. The roamings of domestic animals take another bush baby through the night.

BEAKER STREET SCIENCE PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE

This photograph was a finalist in Beaker Street’s annual Science Photography Prize. This highly-respected prize invites all Tasmanians to showcase the wonders of our extraordinary part of the world — which is teeming with science and scientists. Finalist images are displayed at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery during Beaker Street Festival each August, with great prizes on offer for Judges’ and People’s Choice winners.

The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize would not be possible without the support of Full Gamut, Tasmania’s premier fine art printers and long-time sponsor of this competition. Many thanks also go to Pennicott Wilderness Journeys, which donates a generous prize for the People’s Choice winner.