Rare giant water lilies seen again in Paraguay

[Judi Lynn]

Rare giant water lilies seen again in Paraguay
Giant lily pads have reappeared in a Paraguay lagoon, drawing droves of curious tourists.

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Paraguay lagoon sees giant lily pads return
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Giant lily pads have reappeared in a Paraguay lagoon after being listed as endangered in 2006.

The aquatic plants, their scientific name is Victoria cruziana, appeared in a tributary of the Paraguay river 25km north of Asunción, the capital.

The environment ministry told the Associated Press that the plant had slowly disappeared due to dredging and visitors collecting the plants.

Water lilies in the area are known for their 1.5m size, and exceptional shape.

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http://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-42620337

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[PoliticAverse]

1. Are any named "Audrey"? n/t

[CherokeeDem]

2. Ohh....

I love this comment!!!!

[Judi Lynn]

3. I've heard one is named "Brittney, another one, "Caitland."

Some political activists named one "General Smedley Butler."