New Lemon-Scented Plant Species Discovered in Guizhou’s Xingyi Geopark
A new lemon-scented plant, Neocinnamomum citratum, has been found in Guizhou’s Xingyi Global Geopark, enriching biodiversity records and local spice traditions.
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China Bids to Host UN Ocean Biodiversity HQ in Xiamen 🌊
China has applied to host the UN’s High Seas Treaty secretariat in Xiamen as the ocean biodiversity agreement enters into force with 82 parties plus the EU.
Snowy Surprise: First-Ever Eurasian Lynx Sighting in Karamay
Two rare Class II Eurasian lynx were filmed in Karamay’s snowy hills for the first time, marking a win for biodiversity in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Meet the Anax Sea Cucumber: Ocean’s Gentle Giant (Amazing Sansha Ep.5)
Explore the Anax sea cucumber, the ocean’s giant composter and home to tiny hitchhikers. Dive into episode 5 of the Amazing Sansha Series for cool marine insights!
Nearly 10,000 Birds Find Winter Refuge at Xinjiang’s Frozen Ruohai Lake
Nearly 10,000 ruddy shelducks and mallards have wintered at Ruohai Lake in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, thanks to wetland restoration boosting aquatic life and open-water patches.
Tiaozini’s High-Tide ‘Airport’: A Bird Paradise in China
In Tiaozini’s tidal wetland, locals built China’s first permanent high-tide ‘airport’ for migratory birds, showcasing innovative conservation in China’s Jiangsu Province.
Chongqing Records First Forest Musk Deer Sighting
A rare forest musk deer was spotted for the first time in Chongqing’s Baima Mountain Reserve, signaling healthy ecosystems and effective conservation efforts.
China Unveils Decade-Long Plan to Save Yangtze Finless Porpoise
China’s 2026-2035 plan will protect the Yangtze finless porpoise—the river’s only freshwater dolphin. It focuses on habitat protection, artificial breeding and restoring the river’s ecosystem.
China’s Germplasm Conservation Soars in 14th Five-Year Plan
China’s 14th Five-Year Plan nears its close with a 180% surge in forestry and grassland germplasm collection, boosting seed banks, breeding labs, and biodiversity protection.
Inside the Living Biobank Protecting Endangered Big Cats
Discover how Nature’s Safe, the world’s first living biobank in the UK, preserves genetic material from over 300 species to safeguard biodiversity and combat mass extinction.