Flora and Fauna
Hainan has over 1,500 km2 of tropical forest, in which live 4,600 kinds of plants and more than 570 species of animals. However, an invasion of exotic species, human impact from tourist, deforestation, and the release of pollutants, a many species are under threat. A report from the Department of Land, Environment and Resources of Hainan Province states that 200 species are near extinction, with 6 species, such as Maytenus hainanensis and Sciaphila tenella already extinct.
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