From the misty rainforests of Hainan to the lush woodlands of southern France, national parks are becoming global heroes in the fight to protect biodiversity. 🌍 Both China and France are doubling down on green initiatives, proving that conservation and sustainable development go hand-in-hand.
Hainan’s Rainforest: A Sanctuary for Rare Species
Step into the Hainan Tropical Rainforest National Park, China’s ecological crown jewel established in 2021. This sprawling paradise shelters over 95% of the world’s critically endangered Hainan black-crested gibbons 🐵—fewer than 40 remain in the wild. With 3,653 species of vascular plants and exotic wildlife like the Hainan peacock-pheasant, this park is a biodiversity hotspot straight out of Avatar.
France’s Cevennes: Where Forests Meet UNESCO Fame
Meanwhile, France’s Cevennes National Park is flexing its green credentials with 70% forest cover and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status since 1985. 🏞️ Home to golden eagles, otters, and centuries-old chestnut trees, it’s a living lab for climate resilience—perfect for hikers and ecology nerds alike.
As global youth push for greener futures, these parks show how nations can turn wild spaces into lifelines for our planet. 🌱💪
