🌿 Great news for nature lovers! A brand-new on-site evaluation by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment shows the Chinese mainland’s nature reserves are making a stellar comeback. Launched back in 2022, the nationwide assessment revealed that most protected areas have been buzzing with wildlife and flourishing ecosystems. 😍
Here’s the lowdown:
- Over 90% of reserves report growth in key protected species 🐾
- More than 80% show increased biomass and carbon storage 🌱
- Forest and wetland coverage has expanded, boosting natural habitats 🏞️
Some standout success stories:
- In Anhui and Hubei, the Yangtze finless porpoise population jumped from 192 to 269.
- Shennongjia Nature Reserve saw golden snub-nosed monkeys grow from 1,471 to 1,618.
- Overall, nearly 99% of assessed reserves delivered strong conservation performance.
These results, revealed at a press conference earlier this month, show that sustained protection efforts are paying off. For young environmental advocates across South and Southeast Asia, this is a powerful reminder: dedicated conservation can turn the tide for endangered species and fragile habitats. 🌍✨
From community clean-ups to smart tech solutions like drone monitoring and data-driven mapping, every action counts. Let’s use these wins on the Chinese mainland as inspiration for our own green projects at home! 📱💪
Stay tuned for more eco-updates, and keep pushing for a greener future! 🍃🚀
Reference(s):
China's nature reserves show strong recovery in new assessment
cgtn.com
