Shan Shui Conservation Centre is a Chinese NGO founded in 2007. We practice community-based conservation and citizen science to conserve species and ecosystems.
Beijing, China
Joined April 2021
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From Oct 20–22, 4 volunteers explored Jianfengling in Hainan Tropical Rainforest National Park, identifying and documenting plants along its nature trails.
Their findings will help update educational signs and inspire more people to explore and protect rainforest biodiversity!
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#CBDCOP17 | "We roar because snow leopards can't"🐆
From the Mongolia & China Pavilions @TheWCS @ShanCenter to new policy advisories launched by @gslep_program & @snowleopards with Kyrgyzstan, the #snowleopard community is making itself heard at the @UNBiodiversity #COP17Yerevan
Join us for Multi-Stakeholder Day, Oct 24.
Stakeholders will come together to explore OECMs, protected areas, ecosystem restoration, and species conservation.
📍 China Pavilion | 10:00–20:00 (Armenia Time, UTC+4)
#Biodiversity #OECMs #CBDCOP17
🌾 An autumn harvest for the birds at Wenyu River Park!
Our Beijing team harvested corn, soybeans, and millet planted this spring to provide food for wildlife. We left plenty of seeds in the field for birds and small animals to enjoy through winter.
Birds of Sanjiangyuan, captured by camera traps
Moving through alpine grasslands and wetlands, these birds reveal the incredible biodiversity and vitality of this highland landscape.
Let’s take a look at these feathered friends from Sanjiangyuan!
In Diqing Village, A 4-day wool felting workshop helped members of the local pastoralists refine their skills.
By turning local wildlife stories into handmade products, the cooperative is exploring new ways to support community livelihoods and conservation.
50 Primary School students in Jinghong, explored biodiversity through talks, field activities and hands-on conservation.
They learned about campus wildlife-friendly design, then built nest boxes and insect hotels, turning their school into a more biodiversity-friendly habitat
On Aug 19 at #UNCCDCOP17, a side event on community-led grassland governance & climate resilience was held at the China Pavilion.
From grassroots teams to cross-border collaboration—community power is growing. 🌍
#leopardcat It may look like a cute little cat, but it is a true wild predator. If you encounter this leopard-patterned “kitty” in the wild, keep your distance, enjoy the moment, and cherish the rare encounter. #SichuanPingwu
#WorldSnakeDay We would like to take you into Medog—a hidden lotus paradise on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau—to appreciate the beauty and diversity of snakes.
The 2026 Shanghai Raccoon Dog Census is about to begin!
After training 50+ volunteer team leaders, we’re heading into communities across 11 districts. More than a wildlife survey, this effort reflects the evolving relationship between people and urban nature.
Stay tuned!
From a leaking pit to a living wetland 🌧️
At “Moon Hollow” by Dianchi Lake, restoration brought water—and life—back. 19 volunteers joined us on the species survey and obervation
Life finds its way. 🌿
#Biodiversity #WetlandRestoration
Conservation is a marathon, not a sprint.
At #ConservationAsia2026, Shan Shui shared frontline lessons—from human-wildlife coexistence to coastal restoration—and joined regional voices to reflect on resilience, setbacks, and what it truly takes to protect nature together. 🌏🤝
After 14 days, rangers from Nanren Sazhong PA and Baima Snow Mountain NR have completed a joint survey of Yunnan snub-nosed monkeys. Trekking over 100 km, they captured rare footage of these elusive primates—offering vital insights into their population status and stability.
Tangtou Village ecological co-building (May 23-27 | 10 volunteers)
We planted native species and hand-drawn 50 plant ID signs, maintained Cameral traps and recording elders' stories
Since 2017, “Green Mountains, Living Forests” has restored 1,000 mu (~67 ha) of burned land near the Yunnan snub-nosed monkey habitat—planting 175,000 native trees and bringing forests back to life 🌱
Volunteer teacher Wenhui brought the "Shanghai Urban Nature Observation Kit" to Jinlu Primary School's "Parents in the Classroom" event.
Students went from knowing nothing about raccoon dogs to learning their traits via crafts, and discovering how to coexist with urban wildlife.
