›› 2012, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (11): 225-230.

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Research Progress on the Development Status of Chinese Elaphurus davidianus Population

BAI Jia-de1, ZHANG Lin-yuan1, ZHONG Zhen-yu1, DONG Jie2   

  1. 1. Beijing Milu Ecological Research Center, Beijing 100076, China;
    2. Beijing Municipal Institute of Science & Technology Information, Beijing 100048, China
  • Received:2012-05-15 Online:2012-11-20 Published:2012-11-22

Abstract: Elaphurus davidianus is one of the special species in Chinese deer family, belonging to 1st class of protected animals. Because of irregular hunting and environmental changes, it has been become extinct in China since 1900. The reintroduction of Elaphurus davidianus is the first large-size species reintroduction project in China. At present, three large Elaphurus davidianus populations have been established, including Beijing Milu Park, Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu and Shishou Milu Nature National Reserve in Hubei, which represent three types of captive breeding, semi free ranging and free ranging. This paper systematically reviewed the biological characteristics, ecological habitat, population, genetic reproduction, feeding and medical value of Elaphurus davidianus. It proposed that the scientific monitoring systems and network management system should be established to promote the protection and healthy reproduction of the Elaphurus davidianus population.

Key words: Elaphurus davidianus; population; development status; research progress

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