Dinosaurs are Gone, but These Ancient Insects are Back!

The wētāpunga, predating dinosaurs, returns to New Zealand after two centuries.

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From Northland to Hauturu, these giants faced near extinction due to predators.

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Auckland Zoo's mission since 2012: reintroduce these ancient insects.

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Richard Robbins highlights their 200-year absence from the ecosystem.

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Don McFarlane emphasizes the overlooked role of invertebrates in conservation.

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Female wētāpunga weigh more than an average house sparrow.

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Their resilience outshines even the dinosaurs.

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Local communities play a pivotal role in their successful reintroduction.

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The wētāpunga's resurgence symbolizes hope for endangered species.

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