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  In Shandong Changdao's crescent bay scenic beach, there is something very famous: thousands of metres of ball stone long beach. Ball stone, that is, spherical pebbles, attracted many people over to pick up. In order to protect the pebbles of this precious natural resource, not only the scenic area is prohibited to pick up the ball stone warning signs, Shandong Province also has special laws and regulations. In order to prohibit tourists from picking up and taking away pebbles at the beach, many foreign countries have similar regulations. Many people may feel that picking up a few pebbles does not matter, the fact is that if everyone takes a few pebbles, then the consequences will be unimaginable. Waves lap at the beach all year round, shaping the coast and eroding it at the same time. It has been found that pebbles on the beach are important in preventing coastal erosion and mitigating sea flooding - especially for people living along the coast, where life and property are at sta...

On July 26, when conducting supervision on transit goods, Shenzhen Customs officers found that the machine inspection image of a cargo package was suspicious, and then opened it for inspection. Upon investigation, it was found that the package contained 10 live ants hidden in a children's toy box and packed in a test tube. According to professional institutions, these 10 live ants are Giant  African Harvester Ants ( Messor cephalotes ), which are alien species that have no natural distribution in my country. The customs department attaches great importance to this discovery and reminds the public in particular: According to the " Biosafety Law of the People's Republic of China " and the " Law on Entry and Exit Animal and Plant Quarantine " and their implementing regulations, no individual or unit may introduce alien species without approval, especially the carrying and delivery of live animals and plants are strictly prohibited. Violations of these regulatio...

Dr. ZHOU Jinfeng, Secretary General of the China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation(CBCGDF), was invited to attend the forum and deliver a keynote speech. This forum is open to the international media community, and more than 100 journalists from five continents will attend the meeting. The forum will deeply reflect on the necessity of all human activities, and the contributions of institutions, politics, finance, economy, sports, media, etc. to solving the environmental crisis in their own specific ways. The three-day forum will discuss the contributions of women, sports, politics and institutions, business and technology, economy and finance, as well as media and journalists. During the forum, the "Greenaccord International Media Award" will also be awarded to recognize Asian newspapers, television or radio stations that have performed outstandingly in environmental services. Representatives from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the U...

The palm oil industry has grown exponentially in recent decades, becoming a major global commodity. While it is valued for its versatility and efficiency in producing vegetable oil, the industry's rapid expansion has led to significant environmental impacts. The primary concern is deforestation, as vast areas of tropical rainforests, peatlands, and other critical ecosystems are cleared to make way for oil palm plantations. This habitat destruction has severe consequences for biodiversity, leading to the loss of species and the disruption of ecosystems. In addition to deforestation, the palm oil industry contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The drainage and burning of peatlands, which are carbon-rich soils, release substantial amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Soil and water pollution are also issues, as the use of pesticides and fertilizers in plantations can contaminate surrounding areas, affecting both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Efforts to mitigate the e...

Sports and recreational activities have the potential to both contribute to and protect biodiversity, depending on how they are managed and conducted. Outdoor sports such as hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife photography can promote appreciation and conservation of nature. However, poorly planned and managed sports can lead to habitat destruction, pollution, and disturbance of wildlife. To protect biodiversity, it is essential to integrate conservation principles into sports and recreation. This can be achieved through the establishment of protected areas specifically for sports and recreation, where activities are carefully regulated to minimize ecological impact. For example, designated trails can prevent the spread of invasive species and soil erosion, while wildlife-sensitive fencing can protect animals from collisions with sports equipment. Education and awareness-raising are also crucial components of biodiversity protection in sports. Athletes, spectators, and organizers can be ...

Lin Peijun, an eminent Chinese botanist born in August 1928 in Yibin, Sichuan Province, dedicated his entire life to researching the wild fruit forests of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region 's Ili region. He made outstanding contributions to the protection of this precious ecological environment. In late July 2024, Zhou Jinfeng, Secretary-General of China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation (CBCGDF), read Lin's "Catalogue of My 56 Years of Scientific Work" (1954-2010, 53 years of which were spent in Ili) while on a research trip to southern provinces. Deeply moved, Dr Zhou discussed this with his colleagues. A decade ago, in 2014, Zhou had invited several academicians to write to the State Council, suggesting that greater protection be given to wild fruit forests. After reading Lin Peijun's materials, Zhou specially wrote this article, which is included in CBCGDF's "Dive into History" (史海钩沉) series for reference and inspiration f...

Chinese researchers have discovered a new species of “ dragon-like ”  lizard, “ Tropidophorus vongx ” , in the lowland karst landscape of Yunnan Province in southwest China.   The discovery highlights the unique biodiversity of Southeast Asia's karst regions and the critical need for conservation in southern Yunnan, and has been named in honour of local traditions and the Dragon Festival. Original Chinese link:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/lPXFsEVNEKOnymicZIPHmA Edited by : YJ Checked By:  Maggie Contact: v10@cbcgdf.org; +8617319454776   Contribution Do you know? We rely on crowd-funding and donations. You have the opportunity to help an international movement to advance biodiversity conservation. Donate TODAY to power up the movement to make it a better world for all life. Donation(501C3)Paypal: intl@wbag.org https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=2EYYJJZ8CGPLE

On 29 July 2024, the IUCN Youth Advisory Committee Dialogue on IUCN ’ s 20-Year Strategic Vision was held as scheduled. Ms. Linda Wong , Deputy Secretary-General of China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation (CBCGDF)  and member of the IUCN 20-Year Strategic Vision Steering Committee , attended the meeting as a special guest and shared the highlights and key points of the IUCN 20-Year Strategic Vision draft document with the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) members. The dialogue  covered a variety of topics related to IUCN ’ s 20-year Strategic Vision, with the aim of enabling in-depth exchange and communication of views on the 20-year Strategic Vision with YAC members .   Dr. Grethel Aguilar , Director General of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) presents the 20-year strategic vision for IUCN, highlighting the role of youth in shaping the future and emphasizing the need for a positive transformation of the planet. She encourage...

  In late July 2024, Shenyang, Liaoning Province suffered a continuous rainstorm. After the rainstorm, numerous fish have jumped out of the water, the scene is very spectacular. Mr Wang, who shot the video, was very excited about this and speculated that it could be caused by flood discharge. After the rainstorm, the phenomenon of fish scrambling to jump out of the water, there may be several reasons: First, lack of oxygen . Rainstorms wash a lot of sediment, organic matter into the water column, resulting in turbid water, hindering photosynthesis in the water, thereby reducing the content of dissolved oxygen in the water. Fish feel uncomfortable due to lack of oxygen, forced to jump out of the water to breathe. Moreover, heavy rainfall will cause the water temperature to plummet, affecting the physiological functions of fish and exacerbating the lack of oxygen. In addition, the large amount of organic matter brought by heavy rainfall will consume a large amount of oxygen duri...