Scientists Use AI in Race Against Extinction to Find 'Loneliest Plant's' Last Mate: Discover How Much of the Forest They've Covered

Unveiled: AI's crucial role in the race to save the world's most isolated cycad.

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Meet the team turning to drones and algorithms to secure a future for Earth's oldest survivors.

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Caught on camera: The vast South African forest, home to the 'Loneliest Plant,' reveals its secrets under high-tech scrutiny.

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Every leaf counts: How researchers have covered less than 2% of the forest, intensifying the urgency.

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From ancient times to AI: Discover the cycad that predates dinosaurs and now fights for survival.

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The last of its kind: Insights into the single male cycad's struggle and the quest for a female companion.

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How AI-powered image recognition could redefine conservation efforts worldwide.

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A glimpse into the future: Envisioning a world where technology meets natural preservation.

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Why securing the survival of the 'Loneliest Plant' might unlock new methods for studying global biodiversity.

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