Thanks to collective conservation efforts, Giant Pandas are further from extinction than ever before as the animal becomes removed from the endangered species list.

Decades of conservation efforts have led to this incredible result, with the construction of large panda reserves and wildlife corridors providing a safe space, away from poachers. China has worked with their government and local communities to ensure areas are designated specifically for the species.

The Giant Panda has been the logo for the international non-profit organization, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), for years due to their conservation need. WWF Director General, Marco Lambertini, stated, “The recovery of the panda shows that when science, political will, and engagement of local communities come together, we can save wildlife and also improve biodiversity.”

While the Giant Panda is still a vulnerable species, the successful result of this integrated approach gives hope to the conservation and potential re-population of other species in the future. With collective and sustained efforts, anything is possible.