In a remarkable turn of events, the population of wild giant pandas in the Chinese mainland has surged from approximately 1,100 in the 1980s to nearly 1,900 today. This significant increase was announced on Thursday by the National Forestry and Grassland Administration, marking a major milestone in global wildlife conservation efforts.
\"This indicates that the conservation efforts for giant pandas in China have been recognized by the international wildlife conservation community, which is a full affirmation of our country's conservation efforts,\" said Zhang Yue, deputy director of the Wildlife Conservation Department of the National Forestry and Grassland Administration.
To strengthen giant panda conservation, China has conducted four nationwide surveys, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the wild population and distribution of the species. These surveys have been instrumental in informing and refining conservation strategies.
\"The remarkable achievements in the protection of giant pandas and their habitats in China have attracted global attention,\" Zhang Yue added.
Improving the living conditions of wildlife in China is largely attributed to the country's commitment to establishing a relatively complete system of nature reserves. These reserves protect vast areas of natural ecosystems systematically and comprehensively, ensuring the sustainability of vital habitats for giant pandas and other endangered species.
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