Rainforest Conservation in China

Tropical rainforests in China are primarily located in the frost-free southern regions with hot and humid climates, marking the northern edge of Southeast Asian rainforests.

A major rainforest region in southern Yunnan, China, holding the largest area of tropical rainforests in the country and is internationally recognized.

An island in China, also featuring a significant tropical rainforest ecosystem.

Tropical rainforests in China are distributed across southern Yunnan (Xishuangbanna), Hainan Island, southwestern Guangxi, and river valleys in southeastern Xizang, forming scattered patches.

Refers to the most northerly point where tropical rainforests are found, in this case, within certain areas of southern China.

Located in southern Yunnan, between 21°N and 22°N latitude.

A tropical rainforest region in China, covering 19,223 square kilometers, largely mountainous (90%) and situated mostly above 600 meters elevation.

A climate characterized by hot, wet summers and short, mild winters, with significant rainfall concentrated in summer months, but supplemented during the dry season by dense fog.

The tallest tree species in China, reaching 50-70 meters high, a distinctive emergent in the rainforest.

The Xishuangbanna rainforest vegetation is organized into distinct layers, including epiphytes, stranglers, and lianas, exhibiting a rich and diverse structure.

A significant area of tropical rainforest located in the central and southern parts of Hainan Island, considered the most concentrated and well-preserved in China.

Remarkable plant (over 5,000 species) and animal (over 2,000 species) diversity in Xishuangbanna rainforest, exceeding 16% and 25%, respectively, of China’s totals.

Dense fog during the dry season in the Xishuangbanna rainforest plays an important role in maintaining moisture levels and supporting plant life.

When large rainforest areas are cut down, they break into smaller, isolated pieces, making them more vulnerable to environmental damage.

The variety of plant and animal life in the rainforest is harmed by deforestation, often leading to the loss of some species and the endangerment of others.

Deforestation and agricultural practices reduce the nutrients in the soil and increase acidity, making it harder for forests to recover.

Deforestation and the related reduction in plant cover changes the local climate, including reduced fog, and this is observed in the Xishuangbanna region as compared to 2000.

Deforestation's significant effects on rainforests encompass biodiversity loss, soil degradation, and local climate shifts.

Plantations (like rubber, tea, and eucalyptus) have less total plant material (biomass) compared to natural forests, returning fewer nutrients to the soil.

Fertilizers used in plantations increase soil acidity, making nutrients dissolve and wash away more easily.

The removal of primary forests in southern China, primarily due to commercial farming and logging.

Rubber, tea, and eucalyptus plantations are examples of cash crops that led to rainforest removal in Xishuangbanna.

Forests on Hainan Dao have also declined due to commercial farming (primarily rubber, tea and eucalyptus).

Removing trees for timber contributes to the loss of rainforest cover.

Increased incomes in China have fueled demand for cash crops, wood, and paper, driving the clearing of rainforest land.

The total area of undisturbed forests in southern China has been decreasing over recent decades.

A type of tree often used in commercial plantations, replacing rainforest areas.

A rainforest region in southern Yunnan, China, known for specific commercial farming activities.

Island region in China with significant rainforest, also impacted by commercial farming.

The act of introducing non-native species into an environment.

Bringing a damaged or degraded ecosystem back to a healthy state.

Adding more species of plants and animals to an area.

Planting trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, mitigating climate change.

Ways that people make a living in a specific area, often tied to natural resources.

Reforested lands can offer income through forest resources and products.

Preventing the wearing away of topsoil by planting trees, which reduces risk of hazards.

Using trees and crops together in a plantation to improve soil, reduce pests, and increase income without relying on chemicals.

Agroforestry can reduce financial losses for nearby areas.

Agroforestry helps maintain and restore living surroundings for local residents.

Agroforestry techniques can enhance soil quality and the growth of crops.

Agroforestry reduces reliance on harmful chemicals.

Agroforestry methods lower the risk of pests and diseases.

Agroforestry creates additional income options in the plantation.

Personal actions (like using less paper and buying sustainably sourced items) can help preserve rainforests.

A large tropical rainforest area in southern Yunnan, China, covering 19,223 sq km, primarily mountainous above 600 meters.

Hot, wet summers and short, mild winters with high rainfall, complemented by fog during drier periods.

The tallest tree species in China, growing 50-70 meters high, a dominant rainforest tree.

The rainforest has distinct layers with epiphytes, stranglers, and lianas, showing a complex structure.

Over 5,000 plant and 2,000 animal species, a significant portion of China's total.

Large tropical rainforest in central/southern Hainan, considered China's best preserved.

The removal of primary forests in southern China due to commercial farming and logging.

Rubber, tea, and eucalyptus plantations that replaced rainforests in Xishuangbanna.

Decrease in forests on Hainan Dao due to commercial farming, particularly rubber, tea, and eucalyptus.

Removing trees for timber, contributing to rainforest loss.

Increased incomes in China lead to greater demand for resources causing rainforest clearing.

The total area of undisturbed forests in southern China has been decreasing.

A tree often used in commercial plantations replacing rainforest areas.

Rainforest region in southern Yunnan, China, impacted by commercial farming.

Island region in China with significant rainforest also impacted by commercial farming.

Forests were cut down most seriously during this period.

When large rainforest areas are cut down, they break into smaller, isolated pieces, making them more vulnerable to environmental damage.

Scattered nature reserves in Xishuangbanna.

The variety of plant and animal life in the rainforest is harmed by deforestation, often leading to the loss of some species and the endangerment of others.

Deforestation and agricultural practices reduce the nutrients in the soil and increase acidity, making it harder for forests to recover.

Large, continuous national park on Hainan Island.

Individual actions to protect tropical rainforests.

Deforestation and the related reduction in plant cover changes the local climate, including reduced fog, and this is observed in the Xishuangbanna region as compared to 2000.

Products made from wood from responsibly managed forests.

Plantations (like rubber, tea, and eucalyptus) have less total plant material (biomass) compared to natural forests, returning fewer nutrients to the soil.

Fertilizers used in plantations increase soil acidity, making nutrients dissolve and wash away more easily.

Environmentally responsible travel in rainforests.

Planting trees in rainforests for conservation.

The act of introducing non-native species into an environment.

Organizations working on rainforest protection.

A collection of protected areas in southern Yunnan, China, preserving tropical rainforest ecosystems.

A protected area on Hainan Island, safeguarding a significant stretch of tropical rainforest in China.

The arrangement and position of nature reserves across a particular landscape.

Chinese legislation that manages logging licenses and timber quotas to sustainably manage forests.

Chinese firms must now document the origin of their timber.

Identify and explain similarities and differences in the arrangement of nature reserves on separate geographic locations.

The act of safeguarding tropical rainforests from human impacts like deforestation.

Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of different strategies for rainforest preservation and protection from deforestation.

Planting crops and trees in large areas to make money.

Tourism focused on protecting the environment and supporting local people.

Rules and regulations to manage and protect forests.

Cutting down trees without permission or against the law.

Cutting trees in a way that protects future forests.

The removal of forests for other uses.

The wearing away of soil.

Planting new trees to replace cut down ones.

Protecting and preserving natural resources.

Money earned from natural resources and tourism.

Ways people make a living in a particular area.

Protecting a community's traditions and ways of life.