Exhibition of entries for 6th China animal specimen competition opens in Shanghai

Zhang Yunfei, director of the collection conservation and research center of Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, highlighted that specimens are the foundation of museums. "With specimens, we can conduct exhibitions, education and research," he said.

He noted that the competition has established a youth track to promote natural and scientific education among young people, stating, "Specimens are an excellent platform. Children need to understand the behaviors, ecology, and living habits of the animals corresponding to the specimens, as well as their living environment." Zhang added that preserving a specimen means preserving a natural resource.