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Giant Panda National Park: A haven for biodiversity

CGTN

China's Giant Panda National Park, which spans the provinces of Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu, covers an area of over 21,000 square kilometers and is home to more than 72 percent of the country's wild panda population. As a major milestone in China's conservation efforts, the park was established as part of a pilot program in 2017 and officially designated as one of the country's first five national parks in 2021.

A file photo shows a panda in the mountains of Shaanxi. /CFP
A file photo shows a panda in the mountains of Shaanxi. /CFP

A file photo shows a panda in the mountains of Shaanxi. /CFP

To safeguard the survival of wild pandas, the park is divided into core protection areas, where human activities are strictly prohibited, and general control areas, where activities are limited. These protective measures have created a thriving environment for both animals and plants.

A file photo shows the autumn foliage at the Giant Panda National Park in Qingchuan County, Sichuan. /CFP
A file photo shows the autumn foliage at the Giant Panda National Park in Qingchuan County, Sichuan. /CFP

A file photo shows the autumn foliage at the Giant Panda National Park in Qingchuan County, Sichuan. /CFP

In recent years, infrared cameras in various regions of the park have captured frequent sightings of wild pandas, indicating a steady increase in their numbers. In the Mianzhu area of the park in Sichuan, for example, wild pandas have been recorded every year since 2019, underscoring the effectiveness of conservation efforts and the resulting population growth of the species.

A file photo shows golden snub-nosed monkeys in the Gansu region of the Giant Panda National Park. /CFP
A file photo shows golden snub-nosed monkeys in the Gansu region of the Giant Panda National Park. /CFP

A file photo shows golden snub-nosed monkeys in the Gansu region of the Giant Panda National Park. /CFP

The significance of protecting the giant panda extends beyond the species itself. As a flagship species, the panda serves as an "umbrella" for the broader ecosystem, benefiting other wildlife species like the golden snub-nosed monkey, the takin, as well as yew and dove trees.

A file photo captures dove trees nestled in the mountains of Sichuan. /CFP
A file photo captures dove trees nestled in the mountains of Sichuan. /CFP

A file photo captures dove trees nestled in the mountains of Sichuan. /CFP

The park also serves as an ideal habitat for a variety of bird species, all coexisting in harmony within the lush, green landscapes. Together, these efforts foster a thriving ecosystem and contribute to the vibrant narrative of ecological civilization.

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