Milu Yuan

Milu Yuan, also known as the Nanyuan Milu Park, is a national park and scientific research center located in Daxing District, Beijing, China, dedicated to the conservation and study of the Père David's deer, also known as the milu. The park's creation and purpose are deeply entwined with the history of this species of deer, which became extinct in its native China in the early 20th century, surviving only in European parks.

The park was established in 1985 with the initial purpose of reintroducing the Père David's deer to its ancestral homeland. The first herd was reintroduced from Woburn Abbey in the United Kingdom, and the park has since focused on breeding and maintaining a healthy population of milu. The park serves not only as a sanctuary for these animals but also as a center for research into their behavior, ecology, and conservation.

Milu Yuan features large grassland areas, wetlands, and forested sections, providing a suitable habitat for the deer. In addition to the milu, the park also supports a diverse range of other wildlife, making it an important ecological site within the Beijing region. The park plays a crucial role in public education and awareness of biodiversity and conservation efforts in China. Its operations also include research into related species and habitats.