Jiuzhaigou National Nature Reserve is rich in wildlife resources, including a variety of rare and protected animals. The following are some representative animal species:
I. Class I Protected Animals (National Key Protected Wildlife)
Giant pandas: As China's national treasure, giant pandas are also found in Jiuzhaigou. They eat bamboo as their main food, are huge in size, and their fur is black and white, which makes them very popular among people.
Golden Snub-nosed Monkey: This is a medium-sized monkey with golden fur, noted for its beautiful appearance and lively personality.
Twisted Horned Antelope (also known as Bull Antelope): a robust wild animal with thick limbs that often inhabits alpine meadows and bushes.
Leopard: As an apex predator, the leopard plays an important role in Jiuzhaigou's ecosystem.
White-lipped Deer: This is a tall, dark brown-colored deer, named for its distinctive white lips.
II. Class II Protected Animals
Macaques: one of the most common monkeys in Jiuzhaigou, they are lively and active and are often seen by tourists.
Red Panda: Smaller in size, with reddish-brown fur, feeding on bamboo, similar in appearance to the giant panda but more compact.
Forest Musk: a smaller deer, the males have developed scent sacs that can secrete a strong musk.
Zebra antelope: also known as the blue goat, is a medium-sized wild animal with slender limbs, often inhabiting the dense forests in the mountains.
Blue Horse Grouse: a large-sized bird with brightly colored feathers, known for its blue plumage.
Red-bellied Pheasant and Green-tailed Rainbow Pheasant: both are rare birds in Jiuzhaigou, noted for their unique plumage and beautiful appearance.
III. Other Rare Animals
Hairy Crowned Deer: This is a smaller deer species, named for its unique crown of hair, and is one of the endemic species of Jiuzhaigou.
Sumen antelope: also known as hyena antelope, it is a robust wild animal with thick limbs, often inhabiting dense forests and bushes in the high mountains.
Golden cat: a medium-sized feline known for its golden fur and fierce character.
In addition, a variety of fish and amphibians live in the waters of Jiuzhaigou, such as the giant salamander (also known as the baby fish). Together, these animals make up the rich and diverse ecosystem of Jiuzhaigou.
Overall, Jiuzhaigou is rich in wildlife resources, including a wide variety of rare and protected animals. These animals not only add a unique charm to Jiuzhaigou, but also provide us with valuable opportunities to understand nature and protect the ecology.
