Ancient Marvel in Yunnan's Wilderness
Deep in a remote mountain region of southwest China's Yunnan Province, an astonishing population of endangered spider-monkey tree ferns (Alsophila spinulosa) has flourished for centuries. These ancient ferns thrive in an expansive 428,000-acre forest reserve on the Chinese mainland, offering a unique window into nature’s rich history.
Wildlife filmmaker Zhou Baolin discovered these prehistoric plants while scouting locations near De'an Town for his upcoming nature documentary. Reminded of similar scenes he’d seen on television, Zhou was captivated by the towering, mystical ferns and promptly reported his find to the authorities. 🌿
With over 3,000 specimens counted, this discovery sparks excitement among conservationists and inspires nature lovers to cherish and protect our planet’s hidden treasures.
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In pictures: Ancient tree ferns thrive in hidden Chinese forest
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