Q. De Winton's golden mole, presumed extinct since 1936, has been recently rediscovered in which country?
Answer:
South Africa
Notes: A rare golden mole species called De Winton's golden mole, presumed extinct since 1936, has been rediscovered after an extensive two-year survey in South Africa's west coast sand dunes. The blind mole around mouse/hamster size burrows expertly underground and leaves no tunnels, making it extremely elusive. Advanced DNA sampling methods and sniffer dogs helped confirm traces matching the rare species.
Its rediscovery raises hopes for the survival of more thought-extinct species as biodiversity surveying improves. Protecting such rare endemic species is vital for conservation.