Found that the golden monkey in Shaanxi and Qinling in spring ushered in the birth peak.

In the dense forest of Qinling Mountains, the golden monkey has a deep affection for its mother and son.

Figure/Kang Feng Du Peng/Du Peng

Recently, with the arrival of spring, Shaanxi Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve ushered in the peak of the Qinling golden monkey. The photographer followed the staff in the reserve and recorded the warm scene of the golden monkey mother holding her baby monkey, showing the prosperity of this rare species in the natural environment.

Shaanxi Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve, which spans the north and south of the main ridge of Qinling Mountains, is one of the areas with the largest population and the most concentrated distribution of golden monkeys in Qinling Mountains. The establishment of the reserve fully protects rare animals such as golden monkeys and their living environment, and promotes the maintenance and development of biodiversity.

It is understood that the food in spring is rich and varied, which provides sufficient nutrition for female monkeys and is conducive to the healthy growth of young monkeys. At the same time, the warm and pleasant climate in spring also provides good conditions for the birth and growth of young monkeys. According to the staff of the reserve, since the spring of this year, they have repeatedly observed the scene of the golden monkey mother holding her baby monkey.

These golden monkey mothers showed strong maternal instinct in the process of production. Whether they were eating or having a rest, they held their cubs tightly in their arms and cared for the growth of new life with maternal love. Little monkeys sometimes stick their heads out to observe the outside environment, and sometimes make clear calls, interacting and playing with their mothers, showing a lively and lovely side. Their arrival has added more vitality and vigor to this nature reserve.