The discovery of two lost species is 'exceptional' and rare, scientists say ...

The pygmy long-fingered possum and the ring-tailed glider, two marsupials believed to have died out thousands of years ago, are still alive in Papuan Indonesia.

The death of this ancient species, discovered alongside more newly described mammals, had been greatly exaggerated.

Sometimes, nature delivers a surprise that feels almost miraculous. Scientists have confirmed that two small marsupial ...

Two marsupial species thought long extinct, until now known only from fossils, were found alive in New Guinea through a ...

People usually think of possums as playing dead, but maybe it’s time we reconsider that reputation and start thinking of them as fearless daredevils. Seriously, just look at the daring possum in this ...

Our last measurable rainfall was Feb. 19, when a half-inch fell. The top foot or so of soil is dry, affecting new plantings.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Weighing less than one pound, the little pygmy possum (Cercartetus ...

Two marsupials thought extinct for over 7,000 years were rediscovered in New Guinea through fossils, photos and citizen science.

Two marsupials thought extinct for 7,000 years found alive - and an iNaturalist user helped prove it.

A citizen scientist's wildlife photo helped researchers confirm two marsupial species thought extinct for over 7,000 years are still alive.