The Lord Howe Island stick insect, once believed to be extinct, has made a remarkable comeback with the discovery of a small colony on Ball’s Pyramid. This prompted a concerted rescue effort involving zoos’ captive breeding programs that have effectively boosted the population. With essential international cooperation and careful genetic management to reduce inbreeding risks, the insects are set to return to a rat-free environment in their original home.
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