
Science and Nature
"Extinct" for 6,000 Years: Two Marsupial Species Found Alive in New Guinea
Scientists discovered two species of marsupials considered extinct for 6 millennia in remote New Guinea forests.
⏱️ 8 min📅 2026-03-16
3 articles with this tag

Scientists discovered two species of marsupials considered extinct for 6 millennia in remote New Guinea forests.

Two marsupial species considered extinct for 6,000 years have been found alive in the remote forests of New Guinea.

Discover 15 endangered animals that still have a chance to survive. Learn what is being done to save them and how you can help protect wildlife. Learn more.