Paradise Found

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

IN Papua, in the pristine jungles, amid the ravines of the mountains covered with greenish-blue foliage, and in the misty valleys full of mystery, live numerous species of special animals. Just to catch a firsthand glimpse of the shape and life of these unique creatures—most of which are registered under world conservation efforts—one must traverse very difficult terrain. Sometimes species which have gone extinct in another part of the world are suddenly discovered here. Some research conducted on biodiversity was published on 17 May, the results of which have astounded the world. Tempo English Edition reports on the diversity of life which has been discovered at Mount Foja, Memberano, including a haven for birds of paradise in Raja Ampat, West Papua.

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THE rain kept pouring down. The helicopter—which usually costs US$3,000 an hour to rent—was unable to land on the flooded and muddy plain. It takes five days on foot to cover a distance of just 25 kilometers, due to the difficult terrain. This jungle is so dense a path must be cut through it—and there are no trails to follow. However, along the way, even the most experienced researcher will not be disappointed. Various forms of wildlife and

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