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Teacher finds 50 rare orchids thought nearly extinct near Coffs Harbour

Times of India Nov 07, 2026 at 11:55 AM IST
Teacher finds 50 rare orchids thought nearly...

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A local teacher discovered approximately 50 Bonville leafless orchids near Coffs Harbour, significantly increasing the known population of this critically endangered species. The find provides a vital second refuge for the plant, which relies on specific underground fungi and cannot be cultivated in nurseries.

Key takeaways

  • Teacher Nick Lambert found 50 orchids near Boambee, boosting the total known population to over 60.
  • The species is critically endangered and depends entirely on underground fungi for nutrition.
  • The new site likely falls within the proposed Great Koala National Park boundaries.
  • The discovery offers a crucial genetic safeguard against habitat loss at the original site.
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