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Tetrathemis platyptera
A word from the KFBG Chairperson
It is with great pleasure and pride that I write to congratulate KFBG's South China Biodiversity Team (SCBT) on 10 years of excellent work and achievement.
In early 1997, I was approached by John Fellowes and Billy Hau and asked if KFBG would consider supporting a study of nine nature reserves in Guangdong and Guangxi. Given the apparent lack of up-to-date data on South China biodiversity (particularly fauna), it seemed like a good idea and the surveys were subsequently carried out by a team of KFBG staff, University of Hong Kong researchers and other naturalists from Hong Kong, in collaboration with the South China Agricultural University, South China Institute of Botany and Guangdong and Guangxi Forestry Departments.
The results of the study drew much interest and appreciation from various quarters, so it was clear that the surveys should continue. This led to the establishment of the SCBT and eventually, to the range of projects that comprise its work today.
The China Programme has played an invaluable role in broadening and deepening the conservation impact of KFBG —
putting us clearly on the international map, so to speak. The enthusiasm and professionalism of the team have always been an inspiration and I offer my sincere thanks to them for having the courage and commitment to take on such a significant task, in spite of the difficulties and frustrations.
I would also like to thank our many partners in the government, academic and NGO spheres, who have helped to
sustain this programme and make it a success — without you, none of the work would be possible. Long may our
collaboration continue!
Andrew J.K. McAulay
Chairperson, KFBG
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