In an exciting win for wildlife conservation, a critically endangered forest musk deer has been spotted for the first time in Chongqing's Baima Mountain Nature Reserve! 🎥 Infrared cameras captured the elusive animal, with experts confirming the landmark sighting this week.
Classified as a Class-I protected species in China and listed as Endangered globally, the deer's appearance signals thriving ecosystems in the reserve. 🌳 'This discovery reflects years of habitat restoration and anti-poaching efforts,' said a reserve spokesperson.
With fewer than 10,000 forest musk deer left worldwide, this sighting gives hope for biodiversity recovery. Conservationists are now pushing for expanded protected zones in southwest China. 💚
