A Rare Prehistoric Plant Known as ‘Cycad’ Has Been Discovered in Rizal, Philippines — And It Is Older Than the Dinosaurs A remarkable botanical discovery has stunned scientists and nature enthusiasts alike: a rare prehistoric plant known as a cycad has been identified in Rizal, located in the Philippines. What makes this find extraordinary is the plant’s ancient lineage—cycads first appeared on Earth over 280 million years ago, long before dinosaurs ever existed. Often described as “living fossi

Rare good news for wildlife conservation: some of the world’s most iconic species are showing real signs of recovery, even as global biodiversity remains under pressure. Giant pandas are no longer classified as endangered. After decades of intensive conservation efforts in China, including habitat protection and forest restoration, the species was downgraded to “vulnerable,” reflecting a steady increase in wild populations. Green sea turtles are also experiencing notable recoveries in several re