Giant insect declared extinct more than 80 years ago reappears, becomes a ‘living legend’ of biology and gains a real path to return after battling invaders.

 By Alisson Ficher – CPG Click Petróleo e Gás

A rare, large insect has reappeared in a rocky refuge in the Pacific, reigniting international conservation efforts, including captive breeding and environmental actions that have removed introduced predators from an Australian island. The case combines rediscovery, scientific management, and planning for its return to its historical habitat.

An insect with a heavy body, long legs, and discreet behavior, which had disappeared from its main known territory, returned to the conservation center after being found alive on a remote rock in the Pacific.