Lizard Island Research Station thumb|Research performed at Lizard Island Research Station includes investigations into the reproduction of the cauliflower coral, Pocillopora meandrina. Situated on Lizard Island's most westerly point, the Lizard Island Research Station (LIRS) was established in 1973 by ichthyologist and marine biologist Frank Talbot, then director of the Australian Museum. It continues to be operated by the museum, providing research and education facilities for those interested in studying coral reefs. LIRS is part of the Australian Museum Research Institute (AMRI), headed by Kris Helgen.
Lizard Island Research Station thumb|Research performed at Lizard Island Research Station includes investigations into the reproduction of the cauliflower coral Pocillopora meandrina Situated on Lizard Island's most westerly point the Lizard Island Research Station (LIRS) was established in 1973 by ichthyologist and marine biologist Frank Talbot then director of the Australian Museum It continues to be operated by the museum providing research and education facilities for those interested in studying coral reefs LIRS is part of the Australian Museum Research Institute (AMRI) headed by Kris Helgen