Announcement of the 57th World Earth Day Events at Tianzhushan UNESCO Global Geopark
04/17/2026

To popularize earth science knowledge and enhance awareness of natural resource conservation, Tianzhushan UNESCO Global Geopark will host a series of science popularization activities for the 57th World Earth Day and the 7th Asia Pacific Geopark Week. Through offline popularization and online interaction, we will explore the mysteries of geology and protect our common homeland.

Tianzhushan UGGp Carries out Nature Education and Research Activities
Pubdate:8/15/2024 ThursdayCategory:Geopark News

On August 14th, Anhui Provincial Science Popularization Research Demonstration Activities were carried out in Tianzhushan Global Geopark. Professor Men Qiulei, Doctor of Entomology and Professor Zhang Wei, Doctor of Botany of Anqing Normal University, were invited to carry out nature education and research activities.


In Tianzhushan Geopark Museum, a teacher gave a lecture on birds and explained to the students the classification of birds and the common birds in Tianzhushan area. The scientific instruments in the museum demonstrated the orogeny vividly and interestingly, and showed the geological evolution of Tianzhushan. Under guidance, the students explored independently, learned about the rich geoscience knowledge and the biological resources and typical populations of Tianzhushan, and explored the mysteries of the earth and the wonder of the distribution of biological species.


In Qianshui River National Wetland Park, Professor Zhang Wei explained the relevant knowledge of botany, led the students to collect plants and made specimens on site. The students also learned about the definition and significance of the wetland park and the composition and current status of the ecosystem near the Qianshui River. A variety of animal and plant specimens and models of Tianzhushan were observed.


At night, teachers and students observed and explored the mysteries of the insect world. The students carefully searched for different insects with flashlights, and Professor Men Qiulei explained the students' questions in detail, letting students have fun in learning and increase their knowledge in practice.

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