In a story straight out of a wildlife lover’s dream, China’s Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve is now home to over 8,200 milu deer – a species once declared extinct in its homeland. Talk about a glow-up! 🌟
Known as Pere David’s deer, these unique creatures vanished from the Chinese mainland in the late 1800s after climate changes and hunting pressures. But here’s the plot twist: 18 survivors were found in European zoos, sparking a global rescue mission.
Fast forward to 1986: conservationists airlifted the deer back to Jiangsu province like four-legged VIPs. Today, caretakers track their health and migrations with the dedication of TikTokers chasing viral trends. 📱💚 About 3,500 now roam freely – proof that when science and passion team up, even extinction isn’t game over.
This comeback isn’t just a win for China. It’s a high-five to international cooperation, showing how cross-border conservation can rewrite fate. Who needs superhero movies when nature’s pulling off these sequels?
