Is there an "ecological epic" at 31° north latitude? Its name is "Shennongjia"!

On the mysterious latitude of 31° north, Mount Everest rises into the sky like the top of the world, the Marishina Trench hides endless depths in the deep sea, the Sahara Desert displays desolation with its vastness and barrenness, ancient wonders such as the Pyramids and the Sphinx carry historical mysteries, and Shennongjia, like a warm emerald, is embedded in them, composing a touching epic of life with its unique ecological charm.

Stepping into Shennongjia is like traveling through a tunnel of time and space, entering a magical land carefully carved by time. Here, the mountains are rolling, and six peaks with an altitude of over 3,000 meters in Central China gather here, forming the majestic "Roof of Central China". These peaks, like the uplifted spine of the earth, carry the heavy memory of billions of years of geological changes and witness the long evolution and change of the ecosystem.

The forests of Shennongjia are undoubtedly a magnificent painting that nature has put all its efforts into. This well-preserved subtropical forest ecosystem can be called a shining pearl in the ecological treasure house of the Northern Hemisphere. 3,637 species of vascular plants, like 3,637 smart notes of life, compose a gorgeous movement of life on this land. Among them, there are as many as 874 species of deciduous woody plants in 260 genera, making Shennongjia one of the areas with the richest deciduous woody plants in the world. The evergreen deciduous broad-leaved mixed forest is like a harmonious and beautiful symphony. The coniferous forest, broad-leaved forest, bamboo forest, shrub forest, grass, meadow, swamp and other diverse vegetation types, under the command of sunshine and rain, interweave and resonate, playing the exciting melody of life.

Walking in this sea of ​​forests, the rare and relict plants stand quietly like mysterious messengers from ancient times, telling the vicissitudes of time in silence. 205 local endemic species, 2 endemic genera and 1793 Chinese endemic species, these unique life marks are the unique witnesses of the interaction and co-evolution between Shennongjia and the natural environment during the long geological history. The fan-shaped leaves of Ginkgo biloba sway in the breeze, as if flipping through the ancient book of time; the flowers of Davidia involucrata are like white doves spreading their wings and are known as the "Chinese Dove Tree". As national key protected wild plants, they are like the noble kings in the forest, elegantly defending their territory in the long river of history.

The animal kingdom of Shennongjia is also a world full of vitality and mystery. 4,358 species of invertebrates and 591 species of vertebrates live and reproduce here, forming a complex and exquisite ecological network. The Sichuan golden snub-nosed monkey, as the elves of this forest, has an elegant body, golden hair shining in the sun, blue cheeks and nostrils facing the sky, giving them unique appearance characteristics, so they are also called blue-faced snub-nosed monkeys. They live in coniferous and broad-leaved mixed forests at an altitude of 1,500-3,000 meters. They jump and shuttle between branches in family units, and their agile figures add endless vitality to this forest. At present, there are about 8 groups of Sichuan golden snub-nosed monkeys in Shennongjia, with a total of more than 1,300. This is the easternmost home of their natural distribution area. Not only that, Shennongjia is also known as the "hometown of albino animals". Many albino animals such as white bears, white eagles, white eagles, and white squirrels live here. This phenomenon is extremely rare worldwide and has triggered in-depth research in the scientific community on animal genetics and environmental adaptability.

In the vast territory of Shennongjia, each park is like a bright pearl inlaid in it, each with its own characteristics, together forming the rich ecological landscape of this magical land. In Tianyan Park, Yanziya is like a swallow spreading its wings to fly. National Highway 209 passes through the cliff, adding a unique charm of the blend of modern and nature. The pine and cypress on the cliff are vigorous and green, echoing the nearby karst cave where the ancient swiftlets live, forming a beautiful picture of movement and stillness. The unique canyon and karst landforms here were formed during the long geological history due to the combined effects of crustal movement, water erosion and dissolution, showing the charm of nature's uncanny geological art.

Shennongding Park is undoubtedly the happy home of Sichuan golden snub-nosed monkeys. Dalongtan, as an important habitat for golden snub-nosed monkeys and a frontier base for Chinese golden snub-nosed monkey research, provides researchers with unique conditions to gain an in-depth understanding of the living habits, behavioral patterns and population dynamics of golden snub-nosed monkeys. Here, people are fortunate to witness the golden snub-nosed monkeys chasing, playing, foraging and resting in the natural environment. Their every move shows a beautiful picture of harmonious coexistence with nature. Xiaolongtan is the main observation point and wildlife rescue station for golden snub-nosed monkeys, shouldering the important mission of protecting and studying golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wild animals. In addition, the field research exhibition room set up in the park displays precious information related to the "wild man", casting a mysterious veil over this land, attracting countless explorers and researchers to come and explore and uncover the secrets.

Dajiuhu Park is like a dreamlike fairy tale world. It is characterized by the unique glacial landforms and vast alpine meadows, and the wetland landscape is picturesque. Dajiuhu Wetland, an ecological treasure approved by the Ministry of Forestry as a national wetland park and included in the list of national important wetlands, is also an important water source for my country's South-to-North Water Diversion Project. Its ecological value is immeasurable. In this wetland, peat moss, a seemingly ordinary but vital plant, plays an irreplaceable ecological role. Peat moss has a strong ability to store and purify water. It can effectively regulate the water balance of the wetland and purify the water source. It also plays a key role in regulating the regional climate. According to professional surveys, there are 964 species of higher plants in 141 families, 366 genera, and 5 national key protected plants and 3 national precious tree species in Dajiuhu Wetland, including 13 families and 18 species of mosses, forming a rich, diverse and stable wetland ecosystem.

Walking on every inch of land in Shennongjia, you can seem to hear the heartbeat of nature and feel the breathing and rhythm of every life in the ecosystem. Every plant, every animal, even every inch of soil and every drop of water here are closely connected, forming an intricate and interdependent ecological community. Over the long years, they have jointly performed the miracle of life and told the mysteries of nature.

Shennongjia, a green miracle at 31° north latitude, has painted a magnificent and profound ecological picture with its unparalleled biodiversity. It is not only a precious gift generously bestowed by nature, but also a spiritual home for our human soul to inhabit. It makes us understand that humans are not the masters of nature, but a note in this grand ecological movement. Our destiny is closely linked to every green leaf and every bird song. Only when we respect and cherish this gift from nature, and when we learn to coexist harmoniously with all things, can we continue the glory of life on this blue planet and continue to write a beautiful chapter of harmonious coexistence between man and nature. Let the ecological wisdom of Shennongjia, like a beacon, illuminate our way forward and lead mankind to a bright future of embracing nature.