Two herds totaling 11 wild camels have been spotted roaming freely in a desert reserve in northwest China's Gansu Province, a sign that decades of conservation work are paying off for one of the planet's most critically endangered species.
The local population has rebounded from fewer than 30 individuals to roughly 300, accounting for about one-third of the global total.
That recovery has been driven in large part by an extensive water management program.
Reserve managers have protected natural springs while installing nearly 47 kilometers of drinking-water pipelines to reach remote corners of the desert. Artificial watering points have also been established, with a carefully balanced mix of fresh and salty water designed to match the dietary habits of desert wildlife.
As the habitat has improved, the need for animal rescues has declined year by year.
Rangers say the camels are now largely self-sustaining in the wild.
The rebounding ecosystem is supporting more than just camels. Snow leopards, brown bears, and kiangs have also been documented in the reserve, signaling a broader recovery across the desert food chain.
Water sources help wild camels thrive in desert
"The Heritage Guardian", a China Media Group (CMG) documentary featuring President Xi Jinping's deep concern for the inheritance and development of culture, began airing on mainstream media outlets in Azerbaijan on Friday.
"The Heritage Guardian" features vivid stories that reflect Chinese President Xi Jinping's deep concern for the inheritance and development of culture.
The program explains to international audiences the essence of Xi Jinping Thought on Culture and the solid cultural foundation underpinning his philosophy of governance.
Guests attending the launch event for the documentary said the Azerbaijani version of the documentary holds significant importance, as it is an excellent example of cultural dialogue between China and Azerbaijan, generating extensive resonance between the two countries in terms of protecting and inheriting outstanding historical and cultural heritage.
At the event, CMG also introduced a number of its programs to Azerbaijan Television, a state-controlled national television station in Azerbaijan, including China Flash Forward, Chinese Craftsmanship, Song of the Yellow River, Herbal Legacy, The Wisdom of Wellness, and Wok This Way, which aroused great interest among the guests present.
Chinese documentary "The Heritage Guardian" premieres on major media in Azerbaijan
