Once he emerged after four years - just in time to prevent me from totally forgetting him.

Now, on their wedding ceremony, the Mimetic beasts emerge after five years of tranquility.

"It only emerged after five years," says Pollack, adding that longer follow-up is planned.

One case has even been recorded of a moth emerging out of the cocoon after 10 years.

The larvae live amongst bottom debris and emerge after two years.

Specimens may emerge after nine years in many cases.

Two unusual dancers emerged after two years with the company and finally danced leading roles.

Last week it emerged after two years in court with an offering of 24 million shares of stock that were quickly snatched up by investors.

The 2010s brought a bright start, with Neftchi emerged as a champion after six years of unsuccessful run.

The ship was rarely threatened during her long imprisonment, and emerged unscathed after three years.