The Wollemi pine is a rare tree species native to Australia, specifically found in the Wollemi National Park in New South Wales. It was discovered in 1994, surprising scientists who believed it had been extinct for millions of years. This ancient tree can grow up to 50 meters tall and has distinctive, dark green, fern-like leaves. The Wollemi pine is classified as a living fossil, belonging to a family of trees that thrived during the time of the dinosaurs. Conservation efforts are in place to protect this unique species, as it is critically endangered due to its limited habitat and environmental threats.