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The story of the Lord Howe stick insect evokes both intrigue and resilience. Once thought extinct due to invasive species, this "tree lobster" was rediscovered on Ball's Pyramid. With a small population, extensive conservation efforts now see it flourishing, defying extinction with remarkable breeding programs.
Exploring Deep Sea Wonders
In the search for ancient life, Phil Nuytten and his team embark on deep-sea expeditions to explore glass sponge reefs, some of which are believed to be over 11,000 years old. As filter feeders, these sponges are living fossils, embodying the multi-cellular ancestry of life on Earth. Their existence highlights the importance of studying deep-sea ecosystems and the resilience of life.