Rare Indonesian Mammal Rediscovered After 60 Years
Scientists have rediscovered the Attenborough's long-beaked echidna, a mammal with the spines of a hedgehog, the snout of an anteater, and the feet of a mole, in Indonesia's Cyclops Mountains after more than 60 years. The species was photographed for the first time since 1961 by a trail camera during a four-week expedition led by Oxford University scientists. The echidna, a member of the monotremes group, is known for being shy and difficult to find. The discovery brings excitement and relief to the team, who faced challenges such as earthquakes and malaria during their expedition.