The Lord Howe Island Stick Insect Was Thought to be Extinct for 80 Years - Apparently.
The Lord Howe Island Stick Insect, a large insect native to Australia, was thought to be extinct after a 1920 collection was the last recorded sighting. However, in 2001, a small population was found on a rocky outcrop on a remote island. The insect's population had survived for decades in isolation, and conservation efforts were implemented to protect the species. This remarkable discovery highlights the resilience of certain species in the face of extinction.