Tiny possum and glider thought extinct for 6000 years found in remote West Papua
Scientists have discovered living specimens of a tiny possum and a gliding marsupial in a remote region of West Papua, species previously believed extinct for about 6,000 years. The find, made during a biodiversity survey, provides rare insight into the survival of ancient fauna and underscores the importance of preserving isolated habitats. Researchers plan further study of the animals' genetics and ecology.