Six adorable foals have galloped into the world this month, boosting the population of China's endangered Ningqiang ponies to 206! 🌱 These mini horses, standing just 90-106cm tall, once thrived as farm and transport helpers in central China's Shaanxi Province. But as tech replaced their roles, their numbers shrank.
Since 1990, local authorities have fought to save the breed with breeding centers and research programs. 'Every foal is a symbol of hope,' says a breeding center representative. Who knew conservation could be this wholesome? 🥺📈
The ponies’ comeback story mirrors global efforts to protect cultural and ecological heritage—one tiny hoofstep at a time.
