When a frail brown bear cub named Neng Neng was found alone in the wilderness, hope seemed slim. Separated from its mother and battling severe illness, the cub’s survival hung in the balance. Enter Chu Wenwen, a wildlife conservationist whose team stepped in as Neng Neng’s unexpected foster family.
Nursing Nature Back to Health 🌿
Chu and her colleagues worked around the clock, providing medical care and nurturing the cub with bottle feedings and cozy shelters. “We celebrated every tiny milestone,” Chu shared. Within months, Neng Neng transformed from a wobbly patient into a playful, energetic bear ready to reclaim its wild roots.
Rewilding: Not Just a Walk in the Woods 🏔️
The team faced challenges preparing Neng Neng for independence, using GPS trackers and gradual habitat reintroduction. The cub’s triumphant release—captured on camera—showed it foraging and climbing like a pro. “This is why we do what we do,” Chu said, smiling as Neng Neng vanished into the forest.
