Amazing discovery: giant rat found alive again! š
- Alex Verb
- Nov 8, 2025
- 1 min read

In the misty mountains of New Guinea, a scientist from the Czech Republic made an incredible discovery! He managed to take photos, videos, and gather data about a rare giant rat called the Subalpine Woolly Rat. It was only known from old museum exhibits, and now we know it still lives after 30 years of being unseen! š This rat is not ordinary; itās big and fluffy, like a stuffed toy, and it can tell us a lot about the nature of its area.
The scientist worked with local hunters who helped him find this rat. This is very important because local people know how to take care of nature and can share their knowledge with scientists. šæ Together, they discovered not only new information but also strengthened the connections between traditions and modern research, which will help protect nature in this amazing place.
Now scientists know that there is a whole world of living creatures hidden in these mountains, and we can hope that they will be protected. This discovery inspires us to take care of nature and all its inhabitants! ā
ā What other amazing animals do you think might be hiding in hard-to-reach places on our planet?

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