低地雨林上空的薄雾，丹浓谷，沙巴，婆罗洲，马来西亚 Mist over a lowland rainforest, Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia (© Nick Garbutt/Alamy)

低地雨林上空的薄雾，丹浓谷，沙巴，婆罗洲，马来西亚 Mist over a lowland rainforest, Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia (© Nick Garbutt/Alamy)

树木万岁 Long live the trees

国际森林日快乐！

3月21日是国际森林日，这一全球性纪念日旨在庆祝森林在支持生物多样性和应对气候变化方面发挥的重要作用。国际森林日由联合国于2013年首次设立，鼓励全球开展植树活动，以提高人们对森林对未来世代重要性的认识。

观察森林生物多样性的最佳地点之一，正是今日图片中的达浓谷保护区，它位于马来西亚婆罗洲岛沙巴州。这个保护区占地169平方英里，拥有1.3亿年历史的古老雨林，栖息着极为稀有的物种，包括婆罗洲猩猩、云豹和超过270种鸟类。除了丰富的生物多样性，达浓谷也是研究者的天堂，长期研究项目在此监测生态系统和野生动物，以推动保护工作。在庆祝国际森林日之际，我们应当铭记：保护森林，就是保护地球的健康。请花点时间欣赏大自然的美丽，并支持保护森林的努力，以造福子孙后代。

Happy International Day of Forests!

March 21 marks the International Day of Forests, a global observance aimed at celebrating the vital role forests play in supporting biodiversity and combating climate change. First established by the United Nations in 2013, this day encourages worldwide efforts, such as tree-planting campaigns, to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees for future generations.

One of the most breathtaking places to observe the richness of forests is the Danum Valley Conservation Area in Sabah on the Malaysian island of Borneo, starring in today's image. This 169-square-mile sanctuary is home to an ancient rainforest, teeming with rare species like Bornean orangutans, clouded leopards, and over 270 bird species. In addition to its incredible biodiversity, the Danum Valley is also a haven for researchers, with long-term studies monitoring its ecosystem and wildlife to aid conservation efforts. As we celebrate the International Day of Forests, let's remember that protecting our trees is essential for preserving our planet's health. Take a moment to appreciate nature's beauty and support efforts to safeguard our forests for generations to come.