Social Media Encounter Leads to Giant Waterlily Discovery in Colombia
A newly discovered giant waterlily in Colombia has leaves visible from space but is already considered critically endangered.
The Chestnut Post Staff ·
A chance encounter on social media led to the discovery of a new giant waterlily species in Colombia’s jungle, The Guardian reports.
The plant’s leaves are large enough to be visible from space. Despite only recently being discovered, the species is already considered critically endangered.
Plans are being developed to protect the waterlily, making conservation an immediate priority following its discovery.
Originally reported by The Guardian. Read the full story at The Guardian
