ABC News – Australia
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·3 hours ago
Ancient and 'sterile' plant population found, but its location remains a secret
A second population of the critically endangered King's lomatia has been discovered in south-west Tasmania, marking its first sighting since the initial discovery in the 1930s. The species, unable to reproduce sexually, is vulnerable to disease and its location remains secret to ensure protection. Scientists will collect genetic samples to study its relationship with the original population.
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