Chinese mainland expands national parks for biodiversity protection
Since 2021, the Chinese mainland has launched five national parks covering 230,000 sq km, protecting 30% of key species and boosting ecosystem diversity and resilience.
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Chinese Mainland Expands National Wetlands List with 22 New Sites
The Chinese mainland adds 22 wetlands to its National Importance List, raising the total to 80 sites and marking a milestone in conservation efforts.
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Migratory Birds Dance Over Melting Ice in China’s Yellow River
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Great Lakes’ Historic Low Ice Coverage Halts Longstanding Scientific Study
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Hainan Commits to Restore 30% of Degraded Ecosystems by 2030
Hainan, China’s tropical island province, launches its first biodiversity conservation strategy aiming to restore 30% of degraded ecosystems by 2030, ensuring coastal retention and comprehensive monitoring.
Black-Necked Cranes Thrive in Tibetan Wetlands Amid Winter Migration
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