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The Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo, once struggling to sustain its 1 (survive), has undergone a remarkable turnaround. It has become a popular destination 2 visitors can glimpse diverse animals and appreciate the beauty and significance of life.
The man behind 3 U-turn is Shen Zhijun, an animal welfare advocate. Last August, Shen took to the Internet 4 (publicize) his decade-long reform efforts—a comprehensive campaign transforming the conventional zoo into a conservation-focused sanctuary (保护区). During his 30-minute speech 5 (title) A Zoo’s Pursuit, Shen showcased the successful changes that he had performed.
After witnessing the helpless and hopeless expressions of the animals, Shen’s team set about making changes. 6 (initial), they removed animal shows, which traditionally serve as the financial backbone of zoos. Subsequently, they transformed the park’s landscape, cleverly using the 7 (exist) mountainous terrain of Hongshan to reproduce the natural habitats of animals in the wild. Plus, they introduced “multi-level villas” where animals belonging to the same ecological zone but not occupying the base of the food chain can 8 (house) together, based on their ecological and geographical distribution.
This zoo has emerged 9 the most animal-friendly zoo in China. Striking a balance between respecting animals’ dignity and providing visitors with enjoyable experiences is a challenging task, 10 Shen’s team has successfully achieved it.