Low input parks strategy can work: Dynamic profile of Mishmi Takins under constrained conservation management in Mt. Gaoligong, China

摘要: Abstract Getting enough financial support for conservation in China has been a problem, to the point that about 1/3 of its nature reserves are poorly funded and lack effective management. Thus, preserving wildlife habitats under these circumstances represents challenging mission. As measure promote conservation, recent years Chinese government issued very strict laws regulations together with extensive public education propaganda directives. To evaluate effectiveness such particular approach, an assessment Mishmi Takin (Budorcas taxicolor) Mt. Gaoligong National Nature Reserve was carried out. Using data collected by interviewing local residents, literature review field survey, we analyzed dynamic profiles population size distribution alteration this endangered species China. The temporal comparison organized 3 periods: pre-1980s (before setting up reserve), 1980–2000 after 2000s. results indicate that, creation park, takin individuals were sighted more frequently within reserve areas range increased. Main anthropogenic disturbances came from hunting, which banned 1980, as well depletion collection natural resources. These findings demonstrate representative case successful policy social political context China, implemented authoritative legislation coupled awareness plans, constrained manpower resources support. Moreover, study highlights economic convenient, yet survey method ideal research remote regions characterized access difficulties due high mountains, deep valleys, harsh environment Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Hengduan Mountains.