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Sticky: Rediscovering the Lord Howe Stick Insect

Short film “Sticky” tells the story of the resilient Lord Howe Stick Insect (Dryococelus australis). Australian animator Jilli Rose has a gift, and she’s sharing it with the world to inspire conservation and love for nature. Jilli’s animated short film “Sticky” communicates the importance of island ecosystems through the incredible story of the Lord Howe Stick […]

Written by on June 5, 2017

Captive Breeding Success for Critically Endangered Island Species “Tree Lobster”

The Critically Endangered Lord Howe Island Stick Insect, once believed to be extinct, is being successfully bred in captivity. The Lord Howe Stick Insect or “Tree Lobster” faced near-extinction when invasive black rats arrived on Lord Howe Island off of Australia. Due to the presence of invasive rats, Lord Howe Island was depleted of its native […]

Written by on September 21, 2016