TAIWAN – ENVIRONMENT & NATURE

臺灣 – 環境 及 自然

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ENVIRONMENT & NATURE – 環境 及 自然

BIODIVERSITY – 生命多樣性 … BIRDS – 鳥類 … FISH – 魚類 … FORESTS – 森林 … GEOLOGY – 地質 … HIKING – 徒步 … ISLANDS – 島嶼 … LAKES – 湖泊 … MARINE LIFE – 海洋生物 … MOUNTAINS – 山 … NATURE – 自然 … PARKS – 公園 … RIVERS – 河流

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TAIWAN – 臺 灣

ENVIRONMENT & NATURE

環 境 及 自 然

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BIODIVERSITY – 生 命 多 樣 性

Fushan Experimental Forest. Yilan
( taiwantoday.tw )

  • Biodiversity in Taiwan – 臺灣文化中生命多樣性的角色

  • taibif.tw – Taiwan Biodiversity Information Facility – website
  • re3data.org – Taiwan Biodiversity Information Facility – repository details
  • amcham.com.tw – Taiwan Biodiversity – backgrounder @ American Chamber of Commerce in Taipei – website
  • sinica.edu.tw – Biodiversity Research Center of Academia Sinica
  • ntu.edu.tw – Biodiversity Issue in Taiwan – backgrounder @ National Taiwan Univ.
  • dw.com – Taiwan Biodiversity – backgrounder @ Deutsche Welle (F.R.G.)
  • taiwantoday.tw – Taiwan Biodiversity – backgrounder @ “Taiwan Today” magazine
  • taiwantoday.tw – Biodiversity in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ntu.edu.tw – 台灣生物多樣性現況 @ National Taiwan Univ. (Chinese Page)
  • wikipedia.org – List of endemic species of Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • taiwanreview.nat.gov.tw – New endemic snake species discovered in Taiwan @ Taiwan Review e-zine
  • taiwantoday.tw – The unique fauna of Taiwan @ Taiwan Today e-zine
  • birdingintaiwan.com – Profile of Taiwan @ Birding in Taiwan . com
  • tbri.gov.tw – Taiwan Biodiversity Research Institute – 農業部生物多樣性研究所 – website
  • biodiv.tw – Biodiversity Research Center of Academia Sinica – website
  • wikipedia.org – Taiwan Biodiversity Research Institute – 農業部生物多樣性研究所 @ Wikipedia . org
  • thenewslens.com – The Challenge of Preserving Biodiversity in Taiwan @ The News Lense website
  • taipeitimes.com – Environmental Impact Assessment: Why cities matter to wildlife @ Taipei Times website
  • taiwan-panorama.com – Taiwan’s Natural Treasures: Getting Citizens Involved in Preserving Biodiversity @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine
  • taiwaninsight.org – From Conservation to Governance: Advancing Connectivity through Nature-based Strategies within the Taiwan Ecological Network @ Taiwan Insight e-zine
  • springer.com – A phasianid bird from the Pleistocene of Tainan: the very first avian fossil from Taiwan @ Journal of Ornithology

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  • TAIPEI ZOO

BIRDS – 鳥 類

Taiwan Thrush. (birding2asia.com)

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  • scholar.google.com – Birding in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Birding in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Birding in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

FISH – 魚 類

Ancient stone fishing weir. Penghu. (smithsonianmag.com)

  • Fishing in Taiwan – 臺灣文化中魚類的角色
  • taiwanangler.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan @ Taiwan Angler . com
  • fa.gov.tw – Fisheries agency of Taiwan – website
  • teldap.tw – Taiwan Coral Fish @ Taiwan Digital Archive
  • sinica.edu.tw – 台灣魚類資料庫 @ Academia Sinica (Chinese Page)
  • angloinfo.com –  Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • fishing-traveler.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • tripadvisor.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • tackletour.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • thenextsomewhere.com –  Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • patrick-cowsill.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • sinica.edu.tw – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • fishbase.org – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • munchies.vice.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • englishintaiwan.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • gbif.org – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • worldfishing.net – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • jessieonajourney.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • willflyforfood.net – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • natgeotv.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • rtaiwanr.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中魚類的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中魚類的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Fishing in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中魚類的角色 @ Google Images

FORESTS – 森 林

Forests in the culture of Taiwan. (forest.gov.tw)

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  • scholar.google.com – Forests in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
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  • images.google.com – Forests in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

GEOLOGY – 地 質

Central Geological Survey of Taiwan.  (moeacgs.gov.tw)

  • MINERALS – 礦 產
  • wikipedia.org – Mining in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • usgs.gov – 2013 Minerals Yearbook for Taiwan @ US Geological Survey
  • johnbetts-fineminerals.com – Taiwan online Mineral Museum @ Fine Minerals . com
  • mapsofworld.com – Taiwan minerals map @ Maps of the World . com
  • mindat.org – Mineral suppliers in Taiwan @ Mindat . org
  • ceicdata.com – Taiwan minerals production – backgrounder @ Ceicdata . com

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  • scholar.google.com – Minerals in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Minerals in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Minerals in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

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  • scholar.google.com – Volcano in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Volcano in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Volcano in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

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  • scholar.google.com – Hot springs in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Hot springs in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Hot springs in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

HIKING – 徒 步

Xiaocukeng Ancient Trail (小粗坑古道). Taoyuan. (tycg.gov.tw)

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  • scholar.google.com – Hiking in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Hiking in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Hiking in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

ISLANDS – 島 嶼

Turtle Island (Guishan Dao – 龜山島). Yilan. (volcano.si.edu)

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  • scholar.google.com – Islands in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Islands in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Islands in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

LAKES – 湖 泊

Sun Moon Lake (日月潭). Nantou. (taiwan.net.tw)

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  • scholar.google.com – Lakes in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Lakes in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Lakes in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

MARINE LIFE – 海 洋 生 物

The Taiwan Fisheries Agency has established Marine Resource Conservation Zones for sustainable management of marine life. (fa.gov.tw)

  • MARINE LIFE – 海 洋 生 物
  • taiwandive.com – Kenting National Park @ Taiwan Dive . com
  • tripadvisor.com – Taiwan marine life – backgrounder @ Trip Advisor . com
  • teldap.tw – Taiwan’s coral fish@ Taiwan e-Learning & Digital Archives Program
  • greenislandadventures.com – Taiwan marine life – backgrounder @ Green Island Adventures . com
  • go2taiwan.net – Marine life – backgrounder @ go2Taiwan
  • nmmba.gov.tw – Taiwan National Museum of Marine Biology & Aquarium
  • plos.org – status of marine biology of the China seas @ PLOS
  • fa.gov.tw – Achievements of Taiwan’s marine protected areas @ Taiwan Fisheries Administration
  • marine.gov.tw – The Coastal Ecology of Taiwan @ Taiwan Marine National Park HQ website
  • taiwantoday.tw – Taiwan Marine National Park HQ – backgrounder @ Taiwan Todau . tw

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  • scholar.google.com – Marine life in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Marine life in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Marine life in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • AQUATIC LIFE – 水 生 生 物
  • tripadvisor.com – Taiwan National Museum of Marine Biology & Aquarium @ Trip Advisor
  • wikipedia.org – Taiwan National Museum of Marine Biology & Aquarium @ Wikipedia
  • fa.gov.tw – Achievements of Taiwan’s Marine Protected Areas @ Fisheries Agency of Taiwan
  • ncbi.nlm.nih.gov – Status of Marine Diversity of the China Seas @ National Institutues of Health Library
  • taiwantoday.tw – Taiwan Aquatic Life – backgrounder @ “Taiwan Today” Magazine
  • go2taiwan.net – Taiwan Aquatic Life – backgrounder @ go2Taiwan . net
  • nmmba.gov.tw – 台灣國立海洋生物博物館 @ Nmmba . gov . tw (Chinese Page)
  • twwiki.com – 台灣wiki @ Twwiki . com (Chinese Page)

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  • scholar.google.com – Aquatic life in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Aquatic life in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Aquatic life in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

MOUNTAINS – 山

Wuling Sixiu (武陵四秀). Shei-Pa National Park (雪霸國家公園). Central Taiwan. (taiwan-adventures.com)

  • MOUNTAINS – 山
  • wikipedia.org – List of mountains in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – Yu Shan (Mount Jade) @ Wikipedia . org
  • tripzilla.com – Mountains to climb in Taiwan @ Trip Zilla . com
  • rtaiwanr.com – Top mountains to climb in Taiwan @ Formosa Footsteps
  • taiwan-adventures.com – High mountain hikes @ Taiwan Adventures . com
  • peakery.com – Taiwan mountain supersite !!! @ Peakery . com
  • geonames.org – Statistics of highest mountains in Taiwan @ Geonames . org
  • go2taiwan.net – Mountains in Taiwan @ go2Taiwan . net

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  • scholar.google.com – Mountains in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Mountains in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Mountains in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • CLIMBING – 登 山

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  • scholar.google.com – Climbing in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
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  • images.google.com – Climbing in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

NATURE – 自 然

Yehliu Geopark (野柳地質公園). New Taipei City.  (taiwannews.com.tw)

  • Natural Scenic Areas in Taiwan – 臺灣的自然景區
  • Taiwan is renowned for its natural scenic areas, offering a stunning variety of landscapes packed into a small island—from high mountains and deep gorges to tropical coastlines and offshore islands. These areas are protected or promoted for their natural beauty, ecological value, and tourism appeal.
  • Many are designated as National Scenic Areas (國家風景區) by the Taiwan Tourism Administration. Taiwan’s natural scenic areas are: dramatic (from marble gorges to volcanic peaks and coral reefs); rich in biodiversity (home to rare and endemic species); protected and accessible (with visitor centers, trails, and eco-tourism); and, culturally layered (showcasing both indigenous and historical sites).
  • islandlifetaiwan.com – Taiwan for nature lovers @ Island Life Taiwan . com
  • tripadvisor.com – Nature in Taiwan @ Trip Advisor . com
  • wanderingeducators.com – Natural wonders of Taiwan @ Wandering Educators . com
  • tripzilla.com – Scenic destinations in Taiwan for nature lovers @ Tripzilla . com
  • taiwan.net.tw – Natural environment of Taiwan @ Taiwan Tourism Bureau
  • afar.com – The unique natural beauty of Taiwan @ AFAR . com
  • theculturetrip.com – The most beautiful places in Taiwan @ The Culture Trip . com
  • goway.com – Taiwan nature & wildlife @ Go Away . com
  • taiwanoffthebeatentrack.com – Taiwan day trips @ Taiwan Off the Beaten Track . com
  • intrepidtravel.com – Unexpected natural wonders of Taiwan @ Intrepid Travel . com
  • Northern Taiwan:
  • Yangmingshan National Park (陽明山國家公園)
  • Northeast Coast & Yilan Scenic Area (東北角暨宜蘭海岸)
  • Central Taiwan:
  • Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area (日月潭國家風景區)
  • Alishan National Scenic Area (阿里山國家風景區)
  • Guguan Scenic Area (谷關風景區)
  • Southern Taiwan:
  • Kenting National Park (墾丁國家公園)
  • Maolin National Scenic Area (茂林國家風景區)
  • Siraya National Scenic Area (西拉雅國家風景區)
  • Eastern Taiwan:
  • Taroko National Park (太魯閣國家公園
  • East Rift Valley Scenic Area (花東縱谷)
  • East Coast National Scenic Area (東部海岸國家風景區)
  • Outlying Islands:
  • Penghu National Scenic Area (澎湖國家風景區)
  • Basalt columns, sea-eroded landforms, wind-swept beaches, traditional stone houses
  • Matsu and Kinmen Scenic Areas (馬祖與金門風景區)
  • Granite islands, military history, rare blue tears (bioluminescent plankton)
  • Orchid Island (Lanyu) & Green Island (綠島)
  • Tropical rainforest, coral reefs, volcanic coastlines, Tao culture (Orchid Island)

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  • scholar.google.com – Natural scenic areas in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Natural scenic areas in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Natural scenic areas in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • Nature in Taiwan – 臺灣的自然
  • Nature in Taiwan is diverse, dramatic, and rich in both biological diversity and geological variety—all contained in a compact island. Taiwan has some of the most spectacular natural features in East Asia, including towering mountains, lush forests, wild rivers, coral reefs, and a high number of endemic species. Over 25% of Taiwan’s plant species are endemic. Nature in Taiwan is diverse (from ocean reefs to alpine forests); rich in endemic species (many unique to the island); increasingly protected (through national parks and nature reserves); and, globally significant (as part of major ecological flyways and coral systems)
  • taiwan.net.tw – Taiwan national scenic areas @ Taiwan Tourism Bureau 
  • wikipedia.org – List of national scenic areas in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • tripzilla.com – Scenic destinations in Taiwan for nature lovers @ Tripzilla . com
  • theculturetrip.com – Beautiful places in Taiwan @ The Culture Trip . com
  • theculturetrip.com – The most beautiful places in Taiwan @ The Culture Trip . com
  • go2taiwan.net – Taiwan scenic areas @ go2Taiwan . net
  • roughguides.com – Things not to miss in Taiwan @ ROUGH GUIDES . com
  • Natural Landscapes of Taiwan:
  • Mountains
  • Over 260 peaks above 3,000 meters (9,800 ft)
  • Home to alpine meadows, cypress forests, and rare wildlife
  • Yushan (玉山 / Jade Mountain) is Taiwan’s tallest peak at 3,952 m, higher than Japan’s Mt. Fuji
  • Forests:
  • Cover about 60% of the Island of Taiwan
  • Include: Lowland tropical and subtropical forests, Mid-elevation mixed forests
  • Rivers and Lakes:
  • _____ – Nature in the culture of Taiwan
  • Coasts and Beaches
  • _____ – Nature in the culture of Taiwan
  • Islands
  • _____ – Nature in the culture of Taiwan
  • Biodiversity and Wildlife
  • _____ – Nature in the culture of Taiwan
  • Endemic Species
  • Taiwan is a biodiversity hotspot with many species found nowhere else:
  • Mammals: Formosan black bear, Formosan macaque, Formosan serow
  • Birds: Taiwan blue magpie, Mikado pheasant, Swinhoe’s pheasant
  • Fish: Formosan landlocked salmon
  • Insects: Over 400 butterfly species, including the famous purple crow butterfly migrations
  • _____ – Nature in the culture of Taiwan
  • Marine Life:
  • Coral reefs (especially in Kenting and Dongsha)
  • Sea turtles, reef fish, dolphins, and occasional whale sightings
  • Migratory Birds:
  • Taiwan lies along the East Asian–Australasian Flyway
  • Important stopover for species like the black-faced spoonbill, egrets, and herons

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .
  • scholar.google.com – Nature in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Nature in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Nature in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • Environment of Taiwan – 臺灣的環境
  • Taiwan’s environment is shaped by its unique island geography, dynamic climate, and high population density. It features both breathtaking natural landscapes and significant environmental challenges due to rapid industrial and urban development.
  • Geographic & Environmental Overview:
  • Location: The Island of Taiwan is located off the southeastern coast of China, between the East China Sea and the South China Sea.
  • Terrain: 70% mountainous (Central Mountain Range runs north–south). Narrow plains in the west (where most cities are located).
  • Climate: Subtropical in the north. Tropical in the south. Distinct wet (May–September) and dry seasons. Frequent typhoons and earthquakes
  • reachtheworld.org – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • brookings.edu – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • forest.gov.tw – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwannews.com.tw – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • researchguides.smu.edu.sg – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • springer.com – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • jstor.org – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • epa.gov.tw – Environment in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwanembassy.org – Environment in the culture of Taiwan
  • Forests
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan
  • Biodiversity
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan
  • Water Systems
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan
  • Major Environmental Issues:
  • Air Pollution
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan
  • Water Pollution
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan
  • Land Use and Urban Sprawl
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan
  • Waste and Recycling
  • Taiwan generates large volumes of waste, but has one of the world’s highest recycling rates (over 50%)
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan
  • Climate Change
  • _____ – Environment of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Environment in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Environment in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Environment in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • Ecology of Taiwan – 臺灣的生態
  • Taiwan’s ecology is rich and diverse, shaped by its island geography, steep mountain ranges, and subtropical to tropical climate zones. Despite its small size, Taiwan is recognized as a global biodiversity hotspot, with a wide range of ecosystems, endemic species, and habitats packed into a compact area.
  • lifeoftaiwan.com –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • forest.gov.tw –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • teldap.tw –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwantoday.tw –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • usnews.com –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ntu.edu.tw –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • nmns.edu.tw –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • nmth.gov.tw –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • hawaii.edu –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • eastcoast-nsa.gov.tw –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan
  • Ecological Zones of Taiwan
  • Lowland Coastal Zones
  • _____ – Ecology of Taiwan
  • Foothill and Forest Regions
  • _____ – Ecology of Taiwan
  • Mid to High Mountain Ecosystems
  • _____ – Ecology of Taiwan
  • Offshore Islands
  • Islands like Lanyu (Orchid Island) and Green Island have unique flora and fauna.
  • Lanyu, for instance, has tropical rainforests and culturally significant species to the Tao people.
  • Key Ecological Features
  • High Endemism – Over 25% of Taiwan’s plant species are endemic.
  • Endemic animals include:
    • Formosan rock macaque (臺灣獼猴)
    • Taiwan barbet (五色鳥)
    • Mikado pheasant (帝雉)
    • Formosan flying squirrel (臺灣飛鼠)
  • Bird Migration and Wetlands:
  • Taiwan is on the East Asian–Australasian Flyway.
  • Important stopover and wintering site for migratory birds, such as the black-faced spoonbill.
  • Wetlands like Guandu, Aogu, and Zengwen are key ecological zones.
  • Marine and Coral Ecology:
  • Marine national parks protect areas like Dongsha Atoll and Penghu’s coral islets.
  • Ecological Conservation Efforts:
  • National Parks and Nature Reserves protect major ecosystems and rare species.
  • Environmental NGOs (e.g., Society of Wilderness, Wild Bird Society of Taipei) support citizen science and conservation.
  • Ecological corridors and forest rehabilitation aim to reconnect fragmented habitats.
  • Community-based conservation is growing, especially in indigenous and rural areas.

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .
  • scholar.google.com –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com –  Ecology in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • Conservation in Taiwan – 臺灣的保育
  • Conservation in Taiwan is a major focus of government agencies, environmental groups, and local communities. Despite rapid urbanization and industrial development, Taiwan has made significant efforts to preserve its biodiversity, natural resources, and cultural landscapes.
  • wikipedia.org – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taipeitimes.com – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wiley.com – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • swan.org.tw – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • researchgate.net – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • coa.gov.tw – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • hforest.gov.tw – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • bagheera.com – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • worldwildlife.org – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • beartrust.org – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ntu.edu.tw – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • iucn.org – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • iucn.org – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwantoday.tw – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • swcb.gov.tw – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • naturallyspeaking.blog – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • moeaboe.gov.tw – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • sciencedirect.com – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • nlm.nih.gov – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • National Parks (國家公園)
  • Yushan National Park – alpine habitats
  • Kenting National Park – coral reefs and tropical coastlines
  • Shei-Pa National Park – black bear and salmon habitat
  • Nature Reserves (自然保留區)
  • Strictly protected areas have been established to preserve rare species and ecosystems
  • Examples:
  • Taiwan Cypress Natural Reserve (台灣扁柏自然保留區)
  • Lanyu (Orchid Island) Nature Reserve – protects traditional Tao tribal lands and rare species
  • Wildlife Refuges (野生動物保護區)
  • Over 20 protected zones for threatened wildlife. Soe examples are:
  • Formosan sika deer
  • Black-faced spoonbill
  • Green sea turtles
  • Key Species Conservation Projects
  • Formosan Black Bear (臺灣黑熊)
  • Formosan Landlocked Salmon (櫻花鉤吻鮭)
  • Black-Faced Spoonbill (黑面琵鷺)
  • Conservation Organizations & Initiatives
  • Government Agencies:
  • Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency (林業及自然保育署) – oversees forests, reserves, and endangered species
  • Environmental Protection Administration (EPA, 環保署) – handles pollution, waste, and environmental regulations
  • NGOs and Civil Groups:
  • Taiwan Environmental Information Center (TEIA)
  • Society of Wilderness (SOW)
  • Wild at Heart Legal Defense Association – legal advocacy for wildlife and environment
  • Urban and Coastal Conservation:
  • River restoration projects in cities, such as Tamsui River cleanup in Taipei
  • Wetland parks like Guandu Nature Park promote coexistence of wildlife and city life
  • Coral reef and marine reserve protection in southern and eastern Taiwan

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .
  • scholar.google.com – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Conservation in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

PARKS – 公 園

Yangmingshang National Park ( 陽明山國家公園 ). New Taipei City. (treksplorer.com)

  • Parks in Taiwan – 臺灣的公園

  • Taiwan is rich in parks that range from expansive national parks with dramatic mountains and coastlines to smaller urban parks that serve as green retreats in bustling cities. These parks play important roles in conservation, recreation, and cultural preservation.

  • Role of Parks in Taiwan:
  • Conservation: Protect native flora, fauna, and geological features
  • Education: Promote environmental awareness through trails, signage, and visitor centers
  • Recreation: Hiking, biking, birdwatching, picnicking, and photography
  • Cultural heritage: Some parks preserve temples, historical residences, and indigenous sites

  • wikipedia.org – National Parks of Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • taiwan.net.tw – National Parks of Taiwan @ Taiwan Tourism Bureau
  • theculturetrip.com – Taiwan National Parks @ The Culture Trip . com
  • cpami.gov.tw – National Parks of Taiwan @ Taiwan Ministry of the Interior
  • tripadvisor.com – Taiwan National Parks @ Trip Advisor . com
  • tripadvisor.com – Parks in Taiwan @ Trip Advisor . com
  • tripzilla.com – Taiwan National Parks @ Trip Zilla . com
  • treksplorer.com – Hiking in the National Parks of Taiwan @ Treksplorer. com
  • travelforoneblog.com – Kenting National Park @ Travel for One Blog
  • National Parks – 國家公園:
  • Taiwan has 9 national parks, which are managed by the Ministry of the Interior.
  • Taroko National Park (太魯閣國家公園)
  • Yushan National Park (玉山國家公園)
  • Shei-Pa National Park (雪霸國家公園)
  • Kenting National Park (墾丁國家公園)
  • Yangmingshan National Park (陽明山國家公園)
  • Taijiang National Park (台江)
  • Dongsha Marine National Park (東沙)
  • South Penghu Marine National Park (澎湖南方四島)
  • South Penghu Marine National Park (澎湖南方四島)
  • Urban and City Parks:
  • Parks are found in every major city and town, and offer green spaces for locals to relax and exercise. A few examples are listed below:
  • Da’an Forest Park (大安森林公園)
  • Chiang Kai-shek Shilin Residence Park (士林官邸)
  • Taichung Metropolitan Park (台中都會公園)
  • Kaohsiung’s Central Park (高雄中央公園)
  • Theme and Scenic Parks:
  • These include ecological, cultural, or themed recreational spaces. A few examples are listed below:
  • Luodong Forestry Culture Park (羅東林業文化園區)
  • Xitou Nature Education Area (溪頭自然教育園區)
  • Maolin National Scenic Area (茂林)

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .
  • scholar.google.com – Parks in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Parks in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Parks in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • ZISHAN CULTURAL & ECOLOGICAL GARDEN (Taipei)
  • taiwan.net.tw – Zishan Cultural & Ecological Garden – Taipei
  • culture.gov.taipei – Zishan Cultural & Ecological Garden – Taipei
  • lovelytw.com – Zishan Cultural & Ecological Garden – Taipei
  • taiwantoday.tw – Zishan Cultural & Ecological Garden – Taipei
  • travel.taipei – Zishan Cultural & Ecological Garden – Taipei

RIVERS – 河 流

The Love River (愛河). Kaohsiung. (taiwan.net.tw)

  • Rivers in Taiwan – 臺灣的河流
  • Taiwan, a self-governing in East Asia, has a diverse and mountainous landscape that gives rise to many rivers. While the rivers are generally short compared to those on continental landmasses, they are fast-flowing, especially during the rainy season and typhoons.
  • General Characteristics:
  • Length: Most rivers are under 200 km in length.
  • Flow direction: They typically flow from the Central Mountain Range either east to the Pacific Ocean or west to the Taiwan Strait.
  • Seasonality: Flows vary dramatically between the dry season and the wet season.
  • Flood potential: Many rivers are prone to flash floods due to steep terrain and heavy rainfall.
  • Human Use and Management:
  • Irrigation: Most rivers are dammed or diverted for agriculture.
  • Hydropower: Mountainous terrain is ideal for hydroelectric plants.
  • Water supply: Rivers are critical sources of municipal water.
  • Flood control: Extensive levee and dam systems have been built.
  • Ecological and Cultural Aspects:
  • Ecosystems: River basins host rich biodiversity, including endemic fish and bird species.
  • Pollution: Industrial and domestic wastewater has affected some rivers, especially in urban areas.
  • Cultural value: Many rivers are tied to indigenous communities and traditional stories.
  • wikipedia.org – Rivers of Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • mapsofworld.com – Map of Taiwan Rivers @ Maps of World . com
  • wra.gov.tw – Map of Taiwan Rivers @ Taiwan Water Resources Administration
  • worldatlas.com – Longest rivers in Taiwan – backgrounder @ World Atlas . com
  • pristine.net – Taiwan rivers & watersheds – statistics @ Pristine . net
  • lifeoftaiwan.com – Rivers in the culture of Taiwan @ Life of Taiwan . com
  • Major Rivers in Taiwan
  • Zhuoshui River (濁水溪)
  • Gaoping River (高屏溪)
  • Tamsui River (淡水河)
  • Dajia River (大甲溪)
  • Xindian River (新店溪)

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .
  • scholar.google.com – Rivers in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Rivers in the culture of Taiwan @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Rivers in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

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