An ark of discovery: Evolution of fauna on the Houtman AbrolhosPublic Lecture | Updated 2 decades ago An ark of discovery: Evolution of fauna on the Houtman Abrolhos Image created by WA Museum Dr Ric How, Senior Curator, Terrestrial Zoology 12.30pm, Friday 25 February, WA Museum - Perth The fauna of the Houtman Abrolhos islands off Geraldton has evolved in isolation on many of the 170 islands during the last six to eight thousand years and provides a fascinating laboratory to study adaptive patterns in many species. WA Museum Boola Bardip Fri 25 Feb 2011 12:30pm – 1:30pm Bookings are essential, call 9212 3813 Book Online Now An ark of discovery: Evolution of fauna on the Houtman AbrolhosVideo Chevron are a presenting partner for the "In the Wild West" lecture series.