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Aditya Vinjimoor

Giant Millipede Rediscovered in Madagascar After a Century

In a remarkable scientific breakthrough, researchers have rediscovered a giant millipede species in Madagascar that had been lost to science for over a century. This discovery is part of a larger effort that led to the identification of 21 species previously thought extinct or undiscovered.


The expedition, conducted by conservation organization Re:Wild, took place in Madagascar's Makira Natural Park, one of the world's most biodiverse regions. The team utilized advanced techniques to locate and document species that had not been observed in the wild for decades. Among the rediscovered species were a small rainbow fish last seen 20 years ago and flowering ant-like beetles that hadn't been spotted in 65 years.


The rediscovery of these species underscores the critical importance of preserving biodiversity hotspots like Makira Natural Park. It highlights the potential for future discoveries and the need for ongoing conservation efforts to protect these unique ecosystems.


This achievement not only enriches our understanding of Madagascar's rich biodiversity but also emphasizes the significance of conservation initiatives in safeguarding species that are vital to the health of our planet.


 

Source. ReWild. "Giant millipede lost to science for more than a century and 20 other species rediscovered in Madagascar during first-of-its-kind expedition" "https://www.rewild.org/press/lost-species-rediscovered-in-Madagascar-2024" July 17, 2024.


Edited by Aditya Vinjimoor.

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