Amazingly, newly found orchids are still being discovered as new and unique species according to the World Wildlife Fund, (WWF) a nonprofit conservation group. National Geographic reported in 2006 the discovery of these new orchid species along with the most stunning pictures.The tropical rainforests of the island of New Guinea is home to the most known species than any other country in the world. With over 3,000 confirmed species on the island, scientists believe there are many more to be found. The WWF has taken efforts to protect these rain forests, some of which are still unexplored especially in the Kikori region of the southern coast.
According to National Geographic, “Over the course of three expeditions, the scientists collected some 300 orchid species, 8 of which have been confirmed as new to science, with 20 more still awaiting verification as new varieties.” It is exciting for any orchid enthusiast to realize the world of orchids is still expanding.
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