新华社阿斯塔纳8月21日电（记者张继业）哈萨克斯坦20日设立国家梅尔克区域自然公园（以下简 称"梅尔克自然公园"），用于保护该国境内的天山西麓山地生态系统和物种多样性。 据哈通社援引哈生态与自然资源部林业和野生动物委员会消息，哈政府20日在江布尔州成立梅尔克 自然公园，并给予国家级特别保护区地位。梅尔克自然公园占地86632公顷，覆盖天山西麓山地和丘陵 地貌，旨在保护珍稀动植物物种，维护山地生态系统平衡。公园内生态多样性丰富，栖息着雪豹、盘 羊、豪猪和猞猁等珍稀物种。 消息称，梅尔克自然公园的设立是哈政府、科研机构、当地居民和联合国开发计划署等多年共同推 动的成果。除系统性实施自然保护措施外，公园还将承担科研、科普、环保教育和发展生态旅游等任 务。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the ecological significance and conservation efforts in the Koko Nor region, emphasizing its unique environment and the successful recovery of endangered species like the Tibetan antelope. Group 1: Geographic and Ecological Overview - Koko Nor, located in the southwestern part of Qinghai Province, spans approximately 45,000 square kilometers and is characterized by a harsh high-altitude desert landscape formed by mountains, basins, glaciers, and rivers [3][5] - The region, with an average elevation exceeding 4,600 meters and annual average temperatures below -4 degrees Celsius, is described as a "life forbidden zone" yet is home to diverse wildlife, including Tibetan antelopes and wild yaks [6][9] Group 2: Conservation History and Efforts - In the late 20th century, Koko Nor faced severe poaching, leading to a drastic decline in Tibetan antelope populations from over 1 million to less than 20,000 [6][9] - Local communities, led by figures like Jiesang Suonandajie, formed anti-poaching patrols, which evolved into a structured conservation effort recognized at national and global levels [9][11] - Since 2009, Koko Nor has seen 16 consecutive years without poaching incidents, and the Tibetan antelope population has rebounded to over 70,000, transitioning from "endangered" to "near threatened" status [11][13]

在西安西郊的林间湖畔，有越来越多年轻人手持望远镜或相机，用镜头追寻鸟儿。羽毛纹路、飞行 姿态、清脆的鸣唱，鸟儿的一举一动，都受到这些都市青年的关注。 "观鸟就像开盲盒。"作为观鸟活动的专业讲解师，西安青年海风对此有着自己的理解。"同一片林 子，每天都可能邂逅不同的惊喜。从室内的知识讲座，到分发设备后实地观察，再到当日的复盘总结， 通过上述环节，越来越多初次接触观鸟的'小白'推开了自然之门。" 随着中国生态环境持续向好，从城市公园到乡村田野，处处可见鸟类灵动的身影，更催生出"推窗 见绿、出门观鸟"的城市新景。在西安，不少年轻人开始加入观鸟群体。他们在户外观察的过程中，亲 近自然、放松身心，同时了解更多环保知识。 作为观鸟活动的组织者，西安"90后"颜溪莎表示，观鸟的核心原则是"不惊扰"。"并非每次都能直 接看到鸟。"她说，"但通过听声辨羽，甚至观察活动痕迹，也能捕捉到它们的生命密码。这正是团队推 广观鸟的初心——于细微处读懂自然。" 从"只闻其声不见其鸟"，到"对号入座""如数家珍"，认知的提升，不仅依赖望远镜的镜头，更源于 方法的转变。对自然的尊重与审慎，也是观鸟活动传递的重要理念。 观鸟活动在西安正吸引越来 ...

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China Wildlife Imaging Year Competition, themed "Unreached Realm," aims to leverage innovative imaging technology to enhance public awareness of nature conservation and showcase the extraordinary survival capabilities of life in extreme environments [1][2]. Group 1: Event Overview - The competition is organized by China National Geography and marks its sixth year of collaboration with Qualcomm's Snapdragon as the exclusive imaging technology partner [1]. - The event has garnered attention from over 80 countries and regions, receiving a total of 157,125 entries and more than 60,000 minutes of precious natural footage since its inception [2]. Group 2: Technological Collaboration - This year's competition will utilize AI-powered mobile imaging applications to create a series of natural documentary films, focusing on the exploration of the hidden wonders of nature [2]. - Snapdragon's imaging technology is designed to support both professional photographers in extreme conditions and encourage everyday users to discover the beauty around them [2]. Group 3: Engagement and Outreach - The competition will enhance online participation through a strategic partnership with Douyin, launching the "2025 China Wildlife Imaging Year Competition Douyin Challenge" to invite users to create and share content themed around "Unreached Realm" [2]. - Offline, the competition will collaborate with "Meet Museum" to host high-level exhibitions in cities such as Beijing, Shenzhen, Nanjing, Hangzhou, and Wuxi, with a special exhibition in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area from May 28 to August 25 [2].