Australasian languages refer to a diverse group of languages spoken in the regions of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. This category primarily includes the languages of the Aboriginal Australians and the Torres Strait Islanders, as well as the languages of the Polynesian, Melanesian, and Micronesian peoples. These languages belong to different families, such as Pama-Nyungan and Austronesian. The total number of Australasian languages is estimated to be over 300, with many being endangered due to the dominance of English and other colonial languages. Efforts are being made to preserve and revitalize these languages, as they hold significant cultural and historical importance for their respective communities.