Some months back, scientists discovered an Indonesian mountain jungle that is home to exotic bird species, frogs, butterflies and plants.The discovery, termed a “Lost World,” is as close to the Garden of Eden as one can possibly find.
The 25-member strong team, discovered five new palms, and a giant white-flowered rhododendron with flowers 15 cm across.
I found the smoky honeyeater bird among the cutest– the patch on its eye looks like a mix between a goldfish and a scrambled egg.
The other animals were a golden-mantled kangaroo, six-wired birds of paradise, echidnas, cassowary birds, wild boars, 20 different species of frogs, and four new hitherto unknown species of butterflies.
The area, wisely kept off-limits by the Indonesian government, is now on the most prioritized list of most bird enthusiasts (me included).
The area, wisely kept off-limits by the Indonesian government, is now on the most prioritized list of most bird enthusiasts (me included).
