China’s Rare Species Rebound Amid Enhanced Biodiversity Efforts
China’s enhanced biodiversity efforts lead to a significant revival of rare species like the giant panda, Hainan gibbon, and crested ibis, showcasing successful conservation strategies.
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China’s enhanced biodiversity efforts lead to a significant revival of rare species like the giant panda, Hainan gibbon, and crested ibis, showcasing successful conservation strategies.
A new snake species with a bright yellow neck collar, Achalinus nanshanensis, has been discovered in central China’s Hunan Province, adding to the world’s known odd-scaled snakes.
Rare ruby-red scarlet finches have been spotted in the Gaoligong Mountains of southwestern Yunnan Province, descending to lower grounds during their winter migration.
The Yangtze finless porpoise, China’s ‘panda in the water’, faces extinction. Discover how dedicated conservationists are striving to save this rare species in ‘Smiling Angels of the Yangtze’.
Hanbao, the first second-generation Yangtze finless porpoise born under China’s captive-breeding program, turns three. His growth marks a significant milestone in conservation efforts for this endangered species.
Guangzhou’s Chimelong Safari Park has unveiled Komodo dragons ahead of the 2024 Year of the Dragon, becoming China’s largest breeding base with 25 dragons and opening a new exhibit by Chinese New Year.
Bryde’s whales have returned to China’s Weizhou Island for seven consecutive years. Over 50 whales have been spotted, transforming local views on nature and sparking a wave of ecological conservation.
Flocks of migratory birds, including egrets and cranes, have arrived at wetlands in China’s Hebei Province, creating picturesque scenes and highlighting the need for wetland conservation.
After an epic 5,300-kilometer journey, a flock of Siberian cranes has arrived at China’s largest freshwater lake, Poyang Lake in Jiangxi Province. Witness the spectacular winter scenery and these majestic birds.
Over 30,000 migratory birds from Siberia and northern China have arrived at Dongting Lake in Hunan Province, marking the start of the wintering season. Numbers are expected to reach 300,000.
The giant panda, China’s national treasure, thrives in Sichuan Province’s nature reserves, symbolizing peace and cultural connection. Discover how these beloved creatures bridge China and the world.
Discover the majestic wild yaks roaming freely in China’s Xinjiang Altun Mountains National Nature Reserve, an unspoiled wilderness of lakes and sandy mountains in the nation’s far west.
Witness the enchanting sight of cuddly spotted seal pups basking on the frozen Liaodong Bay in northeastern China—a winter wonder that warms hearts worldwide.