The world's smallest snake, the Barbados threadsnake, has been rediscovered in Barbados after a 20-year absence. Feared extinct, it was found during an ecological survey by the environment ministry and Re:wild. Measuring up to 10cm long, its rarity concerns scientists due to potential mating difficulties and habitat loss. The rediscovery highlights the need for forest protection in Barbados, crucial for biodiversity and heritage.

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