Efforts are underway to ensure the survival of an endangered outback flower discovered 20 years ago.
Key points:Cages will be put over the top of the flower to protect the species from livestock and other herbivoresOlearia arckaringensisA survey conducted in 2017 found there were only about 2,000 left, but the South Australian Arid Lands Landscape Board said it would work with Antakarintja traditional owners and pastoralists to preserve it.
"We know so little about the impact from livestock and large herbivores such as kangaroos, feral donkeys and horses," he said. SA Arid Lands Landscape Board chair Ross Sawers said protecting the daisy was of the utmost importance. Lab-germinated flowers will also be translocated into the area to see if they can survive the natural habitat.Chance discovery
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