Exciting news from China's Shennongjia National Park as six golden snub-nosed monkey cubs have been born at the Dalongtan Golden Monkey Research Center in Hubei Province. These adorable arboreal creatures thrive in the forested heights of 1,500 to 3,300 meters, contributing to the park's rich biodiversity.
The golden snub-nosed monkey, a species under first-class state protection, has seen its population in Shennongjia soar to over 1,470, marking an increase of more than 200 since 2005. This growth is complemented by an expansion of their habitat from 210 to over 350 square kilometers within the national park.
Huang Tianpeng, director of the research center, emphasized the importance of these monkeys, stating, \"The existence of the golden snub-nosed monkey represents China's unique natural heritage and biodiversity. Protecting the monkeys is to protect the ecological security and natural resources.\"
Shennongjia stands as one of China's three major biodiversity centers and was honored with inclusion in the World Heritage List in 2016. Boasting the largest primary forests in central China, the park serves as a sanctuary for numerous rare and endangered species, highlighting its pivotal role in conservation efforts.
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Six golden monkey cubs born in China's Shennongjia National Park
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