Imagine a place where nature thrives, ecosystems remain untouched, and wild animals roam free. Sounds like a scene from a fantasy novel, right? But it's happening right now in Xizang Autonomous Region, southwest China! 🌄
Recent studies by Chinese scientists have shown that Xizang boasts one of the best ecological environments in the world. 🌍 The region has kept its ecosystems nearly unchanged, with less than a 1% alteration in its ecological patterns. That's way lower than other places! 🌿
Dr. Wang Xiaodan from the Chinese Academy of Sciences spilled the tea on how Xizang's authentic ecosystems are laying a solid foundation for a national ecological security barrier. They've set up ten monitoring stations across the region, giving scientists data to evaluate how this eco-barrier is working. 📊
But wait, there's more! Carbon sequestration, water source conservation, soil preservation, and sand fixation have all improved. And guess who's loving it? The wild animals! 🦌 The number of Tibetan antelopes has skyrocketed from about 70,000 to nearly 300,000! That's a lot of antelopes prancing around. 🎉
It's not just about the numbers; it's about preserving a natural paradise for future generations. Xizang is setting an example of how we can coexist with nature and protect our planet. 🌎✨
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Studies show progress in Xizang ecological security barrier buildup
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