«——【Preamble】】 ——»
China is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, with a wide variety of rare wildlife.
However, many wild animals are threatened with extinction due to the impact of human activities. In order to protect these precious species, the Chinese government has issued a series of laws and regulations, listing some endangered wild animals as national key protection objects.
In the following article, the author will introduce to you seven species of national first-class protected animals! If you accidentally hurt them, you will be happy to live in prison!
«——【Przewalski's Horse·】——»
The first thing to introduce is the huge "straight man of steel" - Przewalski's Horse.
They were about the same size as domestic horses, but they had a very different temper, with a burst of air from their nostrils and a violent breath from top to bottom.
They are violent, gregarious, and alert, and will enter a state of stress at the slightest mistake. Once provoked, he will immediately go berserk, kicking wildly with his front hooves, frightening the beasts around him to avoid it.
However, as of now, there are less than 1,500 known Przewalski's horses in the world, and their distribution in Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang and other regions is limited.
You know, the Przewalski's horse is the only wild horse in the world that retains the original horse genes......
«——【Tibetan Wild Ass·】——»
Tibetan wild ass, also known as Tibetan donkey, is a wild donkey species that lives in the Tibetan Plateau region of China. In Tibetan, it is called "dragon" and has a high status in the hearts of the Tibetan people.
The Tibetan wild ass has a strong and agile body, with a shoulder height of about 1.2 meters and a weight of up to 250 kilograms. They have a brown back, a short, erect mane, long pointed ears, and long black hair tufts at the end of their tail.
The Tibetan wild ass has well-proportioned and slender limbs and wide and powerful hooves, which is very suitable for galloping on the rugged terrain of the plateau and mountainous areas. They have a vigilant personality and a keen sense of sight and hearing.
Tibetan wild asses are mainly distributed in plateau areas at an altitude of 4000-5000 meters above sea level, and prefer to live in groups. They feed on the forage and shrubs of the plateau.
In the traditional culture of Tibet, the Tibetan wild ass is closely related to the people's lives. They are used for transportation, loading, and consumption of their meat and milk.
However, in recent years, with the intensification of environmental changes and human activities in Tibet, the habitat of Tibetan wild asses has been severely damaged, and food is scarce and the source is limited. Coupled with the frequent occurrence of poaching, the number of Tibetan wild asses has decreased dramatically, and the population is threatened with extinction.
In order to protect this unique and precious wildlife resource in Tibet, the Chinese government has listed the Tibetan wild ass as a national first-class key protected wild animal for comprehensive protection.
At present, the mainland has designated a special reserve for Tibetan wild asses in the Tibet Autonomous Region to restore and rebuild their habitats, crack down on poaching, and carry out captive breeding and breeding.
Initial progress has been made in the conservation of Tibetan wild ass, and the population has rebounded. However, there is still a long way to go, and it requires the joint efforts of government departments, conservation organizations and the public.
«——【Black-necked Crane·】——»
There is also a "plateau fairy" in the image of a lady in the western part of the continent - the black-necked crane. This rare bird only lives in the highlands at an altitude of about 2,500-5,000 meters.
Its feathers are black and white, elegant and beautiful, and from a distance it looks like a dancer in a black gauze skirt dancing high in the sky.
The black-necked crane is gentle and elegant, but it cannot escape the catastrophe. At the end of 2022, a tragic case of black-necked cranes being hunted and cooked in Liangshan, Sichuan.
It can be seen that if this rare crane animal is not protected, it may become a "plateau sound". Fortunately, the black-necked crane has long been listed as a national key protected wild animal, and there are special laws that explicitly prohibit hunting and harming.
Today, the black-necked crane is alive and well thanks to the careful protection of humans. The Liangshan police successfully escorted a group of black-necked cranes to the local nature reserve, where they later thrived and the population recovered.
«——【·Panda·】——»
The giant panda is a national treasure of China and one of the most popular wild animals in the world. They are bulky and have black and white fur, and they look very cute. However, the giant panda was once on the verge of extinction.
In the 80s of the last century, the number of giant pandas in the wild was only about 1,000. There are many reasons for this, including habitat destruction, food shortages, poaching, etc.
Giant pandas have very special requirements for their living environment, they mainly feed on bamboo, and need to eat a large number of bamboo shoots and young leaves every day. If the bamboo forest is destroyed, the giant pandas are in danger of running out of food.
In addition, despite their cute appearance, giant pandas are wild animals at heart, with a strong sense of territory and aggression.
Adult giant pandas can weigh up to 80-180 kilograms, and their claws and teeth are very sharp.
If humans approach or disturb wild pandas, they are likely to be attacked, with unimaginable consequences. Therefore, if you encounter giant pandas in the wild, you must follow the relevant regulations and keep a safe distance from them.
«——【·驼鹿·】 ——»
Moose have a unique appearance and habits. The head of the moose resembles that of a deer, with a slender neck, but the body and limbs resemble those of a camel.
Male moose have a pair of huge horns on the top of their heads, which have a golden sheen, so they are called "water-sheltering golden-eyed".
In ancient China, the moose was regarded as a mythical animal and often appeared in myths, legends and works of art. However, due to habitat destruction and overhunting, moose populations have declined dramatically and were once on the verge of extinction.
In the 80s of the last century, there were less than 200 moose in the wild. In order to save this rare species, the Chinese government has listed the moose as a national first-class protected animal, and all forms of hunting and trade are strictly prohibited.
At the same time, the relevant departments have also established nature reserves in the main habitats of moose to carry out moose breeding and release work.
After years of hard work, the moose population in the wild has recovered to more than 1,000 individuals, but their survival conditions are still very fragile and require our continued attention and protection.
«——【·朱鹮·】 ——»
Known as the "auspicious bird", the crested ibis has an elegant body and its plumage is bright vermilion in white.
However, in the middle of the last century, due to environmental pollution, habitat loss, overhunting, etc., the crested ibis population plummeted and was once thought to be extinct.
In the early 80s of the 20th century, researchers accidentally found seven crested ibises in a remote valley in Yangxian County, Shaanxi Province, which caused a sensation at home and abroad.
In order to save this rare species, the Chinese government has taken a series of conservation measures, including the establishment of nature reserves, strengthening law enforcement against illegal hunting, and carrying out artificial breeding.
With the unremitting efforts of researchers and conservationists, the population of the crested ibis has gradually recovered, and now it has exceeded 10,000 birds, and its distribution range has also extended from the original Shaanxi to Henan, Hubei, Anhui and other places.
The success of the crested ibis conservation is inseparable from the support and participation of the public. When viewing crested ibises in the wild, we must abide by the relevant regulations and do not approach or disturb them without permission, let alone harm them. Let's work together to protect this "auspicious bird" so that the crested ibis can continue to soar freely under the blue sky.
«——【Siberian Tiger·】——»
Siberian tigers are the top hunters in the northeast of the mainland, they are huge, brightly colored, and the central pattern of the head resembles the word king, "majestic".
In the past, Siberian tigers were widely distributed in northeastern China, the Russian Far East and the Korean Peninsula. However, due to deforestation, reduced prey, poaching, etc., the population of Siberian tigers has declined dramatically.
In the 30s of the last century, there were thousands of Siberian tigers in the wild, and by the 80s, the number was less than 50.
Faced with the endangered status of Siberian tigers, the Chinese government has taken a series of conservation measures, including stepping up law enforcement efforts to combat poaching, establishing Siberian tiger nature reserves, and carrying out artificial breeding of Siberian tigers.
At present, the population of Siberian tigers in the wild has exceeded 50, and the goal of recovering the wild population has been initially achieved. At the same time, China has also made important progress in the cultivation of Siberian tiger cubs, disease prevention and control, and release into the wild.
As the king of ecological species in Northeast China, the conservation of Siberian tigers is of great significance for maintaining the regional ecological balance. Each of us should actively participate in the conservation of the Siberian tiger, and contribute to the survival of this precious species through scientific advocacy and volunteer service.
«——【·Conclusion·】——»
Protecting wild animals and maintaining ecological balance is a major responsibility and mission that human beings should undertake at this stage.
Wildlife is an indispensable and important part of the earth's ecosystem, sustaining the vitality and vitality of nature, and each organism plays a unique role in building ecological integrity.
The disappearance of wild animals will directly affect the balance of the ecological chain, which in turn will lead to the collapse of the ecosystem.
Sadly, many irresponsible human behaviors are accelerating the endangerment and extinction of wild animals.
For example, large-scale deforestation leads to the loss of wildlife habitat, and overhunting and illegal trade take the lives of wild animals. According to the United Nations, more than 1 million species are threatened with extinction.
Protecting wildlife is not only about the ecosystem itself, but also about the future of humanity. If the environment is completely destroyed, it will also be difficult for humans to survive on Earth.
Therefore, to protect wildlife is to protect human beings. We should reflect on our own harm to the natural world, respect life, and live in harmony with nature.
Governments should also step up legislation to severely punish poaching, illegal trade and other illegal activities, so as to provide an umbrella for the survival of endangered wildlife.
At the same time, it is necessary to increase investment in scientific research and adopt various means such as artificial breeding and habitat restoration to reverse the sharp decline of wild animal species.
Public education is also a very important part. Only when people realize the importance of protecting wildlife and take the initiative to take action can conservation efforts be more effective with half the effort. We should vigorously popularize the knowledge of ecological and environmental protection, and call on the whole society to participate in the action of protecting wild animals.
Everyone can start with themselves, such as staying away from wildlife products, not littering when hiking, and doing their best to protect the homes they depend on.
The destruction of ecosystems will not happen overnight, but the cost of restoration will be enormous. It is time to act now to restore the right to life for wildlife and for people to live in harmony with nature.
Ecological protection is in the present and in the future. Let us work together to build an ecological civilization, care for the earth, and leave a beautiful home with blue skies and white clouds, birds and flowers for future generations.
Information sources:
6 Przewalski's horses were released into the wild today The population of Przewalski's horses in the mainland has exceeded 700 - CCTV news client
Przewalski's Horses – National Science and Technology Library and Documentation Center
Tibetan wild ass - Baidu Encyclopedia
Black-necked Crane - Baidu Encyclopedia
Man detained for killing the "Plateau Sacred Bird" black-necked crane for cooking: it is a national first-class key protected wild animal-The Paper
Moose - Baidu Encyclopedia
Giant panda - Baidu Encyclopedia
Crested ibis - Baidu Encyclopedia
Siberian Tiger - Baidu Encyclopedia