Since the adoption of the "two mountains" concept—where lucid waters and lush mountains are seen as invaluable assets—the Chinese mainland has steadily built up its network of national parks and nature reserves over the last twenty years.
By restoring key habitats and focusing on flagship species, wild populations have begun to rebound, marking a significant turnaround in ecological health.
Consider the scale of the revival:
- About 3,100 species of terrestrial vertebrates
- Some 130,000 identified insect species
- Over 38,000 types of higher plants, including more than 4,000 rare and endangered species
This diversity underlines the power of sustained environmental policy. As corridors reconnect fragmented ecosystems, communities enjoy cleaner air and water, and species find new room to thrive.
With its biodiversity revival gaining momentum, the Chinese mainland is poised to set new benchmarks in conservation—echoing a broader global call for sustainable coexistence between people and nature.
Reference(s):
'Two Mountains' concept driving China's biodiversity revival
cgtn.com
