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Steven Pearce
Yoav Daniel Bar-Ness, an arthropod researcher climbs the the world’s tallest flowering trees in search of its smallest inhabitants. Yoav conducted many research expeditions into the canopy of these trees, sometimes reaching heights of 90m from the ground. His study mapped out the canopy environment and discovered many curious habitat structures that insects exploit for food and shelter.
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.
