Covert Operation Ensures Survival of Ancient Wollemi Pines Amidst Australian Fires

In the face of raging bushfires in Australia, an undercover mission was carried out by a team of elite firefighters to safeguard the remaining individuals of a primordial tree species dating back to the era of dinosaurs. Known as the Wollemi pines and once presumed extinct, these trees have thrived for over 200 million years but exist today in perilously low numbers, with fewer than 200 individual trees left.

The Importance of Secrecy

Due to the delicate nature and the critical importance of preserving these ancient trees, the operation was conducted in utmost secrecy. Ensuring the precise location of these trees remained undisclosed was crucial to protect them from potential harm and unauthorized access.