丙午马年新春临近，记者2月12日上午来到南京市红山森林动物园，看到园内已经装扮一新，北大门、 南大门及主干道两侧"神马都是浮云""马踏飞燕""车水马龙"等马年文化元素化作创意装饰亮点，尽显节 日氛围。 值得关注的是，展览还串联起马与人类的文明羁绊，从农畜、交通、战争中的实用角色，到竞赛、宠物 中的情感陪伴，全方位呈现马在人类发展史上的深刻印记。 为丰富游客的新春游玩，园方以"神马都吉祥"为主题，打造了一场集科普探索、趣味互动、文化体验于 一体的新春游园会。活动自2月16日（除夕）持续至3月18日（正月三十），分为四大板块，分别 是："神马"都知道科普展、和普氏野马AR互动体验、"神马"都好玩打卡、"神马"在哪里分享会，让游 客在浓郁的节日氛围中，解锁马科动物的神奇世界，感受物种保护的深远意义，送出"龙马精神"的新春 祝福。 扫一扫见"神马"：沉浸式AR感受普氏野马魅力 据红山动物园负责人介绍，普氏野马是现存与原始野马亲缘关系最近的物种，被誉为马属家族的"活化 石"。曾因人类捕杀、草场退化于20世纪60年代野外灭绝，仅存53匹圈养个体。1985年，中国启动"野马 返乡计划"，引入18匹普氏野马建立保护区；200 ...

Core Insights - A research team has discovered three new species in Danxia Mountain, Guangdong Province: Danxia Blue, Danxia Chicken Oil Mushroom, and Danxia Micro Water Beetle, highlighting the area's biodiversity and ecological significance [2][3][4] Group 1: New Species Discovery - Danxia Blue is a perennial herb that grows in humid sandstone environments at altitudes of 250-450 meters, blooming with purple-blue flowers for only two weeks each year [4] - Danxia Chicken Oil Mushroom is a rare edible fungus with a golden color, found under broadleaf forests, and has the potential to be cultivated for culinary use [5] - Danxia Micro Water Beetle is the smallest known member of the dragonfly family in China, measuring only 1.7-1.8 millimeters, and serves as an indicator species for the purity of the micro aquatic environment [5][6] Group 2: Ecological Importance of Danxia Mountain - Danxia Mountain is home to over 2,000 species of higher plants, 500 species of vertebrates, and thousands of insect fungi, with estimates suggesting that this may only represent 60%-70% of the actual species present [9][10] - The unique geographical structure and ecological environment of Danxia Mountain create isolated "island-like" habitats that promote independent evolution of species, leading to high biodiversity [10] - The area is described as an "evolutionary island," where species have developed distinct characteristics due to physical barriers, making each new species discovery significant in understanding life's resilience [10]

□吴倩倩 遇到困境不可怕,可怕的是你没有做出努力。 在中国数字植物标本馆(CVH)这个平台,输入"普陀鹅耳枥"会看到50条检索记录,按照时间排序,最早的采 集记录来自于1930年,这是时年62岁的钟观光先生1930年5月15日在浙江普陀佛顶山采集的。这次采集一 共制作成三份标本,两份是有花无果的完整枝条,另一份只有零散的几片叶子,猜测是做标本时掉落或者剪 切下来的小枝,舍不得扔,也做成了一份标本。 这是国人对于普陀鹅耳枥的第一份记录。 1932年,在中国科学社生物研究所任职的郑万钧先生接触到了那两份标本,经过郑先生鉴定,认定其为桦木 科鹅耳枥属中的一个新种,因其采自普陀,便将其命名为"普陀鹅耳枥",学名为Carpinus putoensis W. C. Cheng,文章发表在中国科学社生物研究所丛刊。其中Carpinus为其属名,意为鹅耳枥属,putoensis为其 种名,为中文"普陀"的拉丁化写法,W.C. Cheng即为郑万钧先生姓名的威氏拼音写法,这是我国在1958年 推广汉语拼音方案前,用拉丁字母注音汉字的方式。 仔细查看,你会发现这里面隐藏着很多信息。首先是标本的完整度和精美度,不得不说,再回看那3 ...

Core Viewpoint - The successful survival of 40 out of 59 transplanted Salix suchowensis (疏花水柏枝) in Yibin, Sichuan, marks a significant achievement in artificial breeding and conservation efforts for this rare species endemic to the Yangtze River basin [1][9]. Group 1: Species Information - Salix suchowensis is a perennial shrub belonging to the Salicaceae family, found only in the Yangtze River basin regions of Sichuan, Chongqing, and Hubei [3]. - The species has a very limited habitat, growing only on seasonally submerged gravel banks, which has led to its extremely rare wild populations [3]. - It was once considered "extinct" but has been rediscovered in the wild since 2014, making it an ecological treasure [3]. Group 2: Conservation Efforts - Since 2022, a systematic survey of Salix suchowensis resources in Yibin has identified 18 wild populations, totaling approximately 30,000 individuals [6]. - The species faces threats from drought and flooding, leading to unstable population numbers and ongoing extinction risks [6]. - Artificial breeding has been identified as crucial for the species' survival, with initial attempts at cutting propagation proving unsuccessful due to high summer temperatures [6]. Group 3: Breeding Techniques - The research team shifted to seed propagation, which has shown better results, with seedlings exhibiting more robust root systems and greater heat tolerance compared to cuttings [6]. - A mature seedling breeding technique was developed, enhancing the growth of seedlings under increased light conditions [6]. Group 4: Field Reintroduction - The first field reintroduction experiment took place in December 2023, in a location with minimal human disturbance, closely resembling the species' natural habitat [9]. - Protective measures were implemented to safeguard the transplanted seedlings from flood impacts, including deep digging, sand backfilling, and surrounding stone placement [9]. - Monthly monitoring revealed that 40 plants survived and thrived, with some even flowering and fruiting, indicating successful adaptation to the wild environment [9].

Core Insights - A recent study indicates that the "life map" of Earth is far from complete, entering a "golden age" of species discovery, with over 16,000 new species recorded annually, significantly outpacing extinction rates [1] - The research, published in the latest issue of *Science Advances*, analyzed data from approximately 2 million confirmed species, revealing that from 2015 to 2020, more than 16,000 new species were documented each year, including over 10,000 animals (primarily arthropods and insects), 2,500 plants, and 2,000 fungi [1] - The study challenges the old notion that species discovery is nearing exhaustion, suggesting that there may still be tens of thousands of unknown fish and amphibian species, with the total number of plant species potentially exceeding 500,000 [1] Methodology and Implications - Although new technologies like DNA analysis are accelerating the discovery of "hidden species," most new species are still identified through traditional morphological methods [2] - The discovery of new species is not only crucial for scientific understanding but also has significant practical implications, as only scientifically described species can be effectively protected [2] - New species discoveries often lead to breakthroughs in medicine and technology, such as weight-loss drugs derived from lizard venom and super-adhesive materials inspired by gecko feet [2] Future Directions - The research team plans to focus on analyzing geographic hotspots for species discovery in their next steps [3]

Core Insights - Two new species of the genus Primulina, namely Wei Quan Primulina and Hua Tian Primulina, have been discovered in the karst hills of Guangxi, China, highlighting the region's biodiversity and the significance of the karst habitat in species formation [2][3] Group 1: Discovery and Significance - The discovery was published in the international journal The Journal of Japanese Botany, contributing important information to the study of plant diversity in the karst region of Guangxi [2] - The genus Primulina is known for its high species diversity, with over 250 species globally, 85% of which are found in the karst areas of southern China, making Guangxi a modern distribution center for this genus [2][3] Group 2: Conservation Status - Both newly discovered species are critically endangered (CR), with known distribution points limited to one location each: Wei Quan Primulina in Debao County and Hua Tian Primulina in Nandan County, with very few individuals remaining in the wild [3] - Urgent conservation measures are needed, including in-situ protection and artificial cultivation, due to their fragile habitats and low population numbers [3] Group 3: Market and Research Potential - Wei Quan Primulina and Hua Tian Primulina possess high ornamental value and research potential, making them valuable genetic resources [3] - Their unique aesthetic traits provide excellent original parent material for horticultural breeding, which could help showcase the unique charm of native Chinese flowers and serve as a means to protect endangered species through industrialization [5]

广西火桐是梧桐科落叶大乔木，原隶属于火桐属，现已归为梧桐属，因其模式标本产地在广西、花 朵呈火红色而得名，1977年正式命名时仅见于百色靖西。1997年首次全国调查时仅发现3株，被世界自 然保护联盟评估为极度濒危物种，并于1999年被列为国家二级重点保护野生植物。受生境破碎化和自身 更新能力差影响，其种群数量长期低位徘徊，成年植株不足800株，2021年升级为国家一级重点保护野 生植物，并纳入全国极小种群野生植物优先保护名录。（王艳群 吴练荣 彭定人） 物种保护的突破得益于人工繁育技术的成功。2012年启动的广西火桐野外回归项目，在靖西种植 100多株人工苗，2024年这些回归植株首次开花。目前南宁、百色、桂林等地已营建人工种群，为这一 极危物种的永续生存奠定了坚实基础。 新闻链接 日前，自治区林业局组织开展的广西火桐资源专项调查传来喜讯：作为中国特有极危物种、全国极 小种群野生植物及国家一级重点保护野生植物，广西火桐的分布范围与种群数量实现双增长。 调查数据显示，与第二次全国重点保护野生植物资源调查结果相比，广西火桐的已知分布范围拓展 至6个设区市的20个县级行政区域，新增12个县级行政区域；分布点由35个 ...

Core Insights - The article highlights seven significant scientific breakthroughs in 2025, showcasing advancements in gene editing, renewable energy, species protection, and disease control, which collectively instill confidence in the future of humanity [1]. Group 1: Species Protection - Several endangered species have shown significant population recovery in 2025, including the green sea turtle, which has been downgraded from "endangered" to "least concern" due to effective protection measures [5]. - The Antechinus, a small marsupial in Australia, has also recovered from near extinction to "least concern," with its habitat expanding by 48,000 square kilometers despite challenges like drought [5]. - The United Nations' High Seas Treaty, approved by over 60 countries, aims to protect biodiversity in international waters and secure at least 30% of land and marine areas [6]. Group 2: Ozone Layer Recovery - The Antarctic ozone hole has shrunk to its smallest size since 2019, indicating ongoing recovery of the Earth's protective upper atmosphere [7]. - The average annual size of the ozone hole has been decreasing since the 1987 Montreal Protocol, with hopes for complete recovery by the late 2060s if climate-friendly alternatives to chlorofluorocarbons are pursued [9]. Group 3: Gene Editing Advances - 2025 is marked as a breakthrough year for gene editing, with significant medical achievements including a Huntington's disease gene therapy that reduced cognitive decline by 75% [11]. - A CAR-T cell therapy for acute lymphoblastic leukemia showed substantial remission rates in clinical trials, and personalized CRISPR technology was tested for the first time on individuals [11][12]. - These advancements pave the way for developing mutation-specific strategies for rare diseases, highlighting collaboration between academia and industry [12]. Group 4: Renewable Energy Growth - Renewable energy surpassed coal for the first time in 2025, becoming the largest energy source globally, largely due to China's installation of 1 terawatt of solar power capacity [14]. - In the first half of 2025, China installed 256 gigawatts of solar systems, double the total installed in other regions [14]. - The EU sourced about half of its electricity from renewable energy in the second and third quarters, with expectations of nearly 4,600 gigawatts of renewable capacity added between 2025 and 2030 [16]. Group 5: Disease Control - The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was contained within 42 days, with 64 reported cases, thanks to rapid response and vaccination efforts [18]. - The World Health Organization approved the first malaria treatment for infants, which could significantly reduce malaria deaths among children under five [20]. - A new anti-malarial drug, Ganaplacide-Lumefantrine, showed a 97.4% success rate in treating malaria in clinical trials, potentially becoming the first new anti-malarial drug approved since 1999 [20]. Group 6: Allergy Reduction - Research indicates a significant decrease in peanut allergy rates among American children, with a 43% reduction in prevalence among children under three compared to 2012 [22]. - The approach of introducing infants to peanut products at four months old has been shown to greatly reduce the likelihood of developing allergies [22].

"圆梦"，是第一只在法国出生的大熊猫。 今年8岁的"圆梦"，回到成都两年，已完全适应了这里的生活。它活泼好动，饭量很大。 中法大熊猫合作已走过13个年头。大熊猫，在中法之间架起了一座独特的友谊之桥。 2012年，大熊猫"欢欢"和"圆仔"远赴法国博瓦勒动物园，开展中法大熊猫国际繁育合作。 2017年，它们的孩子"圆梦"出生，法国总统夫人布丽吉特是它的"教母"。 未来双方将继续深化在物种保护等方面合作，为促进生物多样性保护贡献力量。 为避免近亲繁殖，"圆梦"需要回中国建立家庭。2023年7月，在法国民众的依依不舍中，"圆梦"踏上回 国旅程。 "我确定它在祖国会过得十分幸福，也同样确定它不会忘记法国。"布丽吉特说，"圆梦"这个名字寄寓着 对法中"两国友谊牢不可破的期许"。 2024年3月，为纪念大熊猫"圆梦"的特殊身份，以其为原型的大型铜雕在法国博瓦勒动物园揭幕。 2025年11月，旅居法国13年的大熊猫"欢欢"和"圆仔"乘包机抵达成都双流机场。大熊猫"欢黎黎"和"圆 嘟嘟"则继续生活在法国，至2027年1月合作期结束。 今年是中法建交61周年。保护地球家园，服务人类共同利益，中法仍在携手同行。 12月4日，中法两 ...

Core Points - A pair of white cranes, including a juvenile, was spotted at the South Lake in Yuhang, attracting birdwatchers [2] - White cranes are large migratory wading birds, primarily inhabiting open marshes, lakeshores, and shallow wetlands [2] - The adult white crane has a height of 130 to 140 centimeters and can live over 70 years, symbolizing good fortune and longevity in Chinese culture [2] Population and Conservation Status - There are three global populations of white cranes that migrate along different routes, with the central and western populations nearly extinct over the past 20 years, leaving only the eastern population that passes through China [2] - According to the World Natural Heritage Conservation Alliance, the global white crane population is now less than 4,000, with 98% wintering at Poyang Lake [2] - White cranes are classified as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List and are a national first-class protected animal in China [2] Habitat and Protection Efforts - The repeated sightings of white cranes at South Lake and North Lake indicate that these areas have become important stopover sites for the eastern migratory population due to years of wetland conservation efforts [2]