"If the quantity is small, we will use it ourselves. If there is more in the future, we will be able to sell some. Anyway, we have our own hospital and research institute. I think the horns of the saiga antelope have the value of continued research.》.》"
Catkin said.
Han Peacock said at this time: "The animal population here has increased. We must prevent the plague. I heard that so many saiga antelopes died last time, but the reason was not found."
Han Peacock has read news reports, and until now, he still cannot explain the collective death of at least 150,000 endangered saiga antelopes early last year.
Liu Xu smiled and said: "Of course I know. I bought these saigas from Kazakhstan at the beginning of last year. At that time, most of them were lambs, and there were only a dozen large saigas. Unexpectedly,
There have been so many of them now."
"How did you solve it? There was a big fuss that time, and the reason has not been found yet!" Han Peacock was a little surprised.
That time, more than half of the saiga antelopes died within two weeks, a phenomenon that scientists still cannot explain.
"What can I do? The only way is to strengthen the immunity of the saigas! If there were not this space, if there were no spiritual springs in the space to strengthen the physique of the saigas, I would not introduce these saigas.
LiuXu said seriously.
"We're just introducing some saiga antelopes. Are we so cautious?" Zhou Meiren asked.
LiuXu shook her head and said: "You don't know, Kazakhstan is the country with the most saigas in existence, but the number of saigas that died there last year has far exceeded 150,000.
In a two-week period last May, at least 150,000 adult saigas died, but the number was actually much higher because many carcasses were found but not counted.
The total number of lambs that died was not recorded, but it is said that thousands of lambs died. How many saigas there are in total? It is no small matter that so many died at one time."
"I heard it was caused by drastic changes in temperature. I wonder if it's because of this?" Han Peacock asked.
Compared with the outside world, the environment inside the chaotic space is countless times better. If it is really because of this, this group of antelopes will definitely multiply rapidly in the future, so there will be no need to worry about running out of antelope horns. So Han Peacock is still looking forward to it.
"Who knows! It stands to reason that saiga antelopes have a unique cylindrical nose, protruding eyes and curled horns, which allow them to survive in environments with sudden temperature changes, so although they are one of the most endangered species on earth
One, but it will definitely not become so fragile due to changes in outside temperature." Liu Xu analyzed.
"So many have died. How many are left outside now?" Qin Mingyue asked.
Liu Xu said: "Before the recent mass death phenomenon, their number was estimated to be between 250,000 and 320,000. Death only occurred in the plains of Kazakhstan, where 90% of the world's saiga antelopes are concentrated.
This kind of collective death is not in line with the operating laws of biological systems. Many scientists believe that the rapid death of saigas in large numbers has nothing to do with infectious diseases, because there are no wounds from illegal hunting on the saigas, and there is no malnutrition.
obvious signs.
Sampling tests of soil and water sources did not show the presence of any toxic radioactive substances, while Kazakhstani activists claimed that residual fuel from Russian rockets may have caused the mass deaths of saiga antelopes."
"What do you think?" Han Peacock asked.
He understands Liuxu. If Liuxu is not sure, no matter how good the spiritual spring in the space is, she will not rashly introduce this kind of antelope into the chaotic space.
"Professor Hard Knok of the Royal Veterinary College of London University once told a reporter from the Guardian that the most likely culprit is a type of bacteria called Pasteurella, which usually lives in the throats of saiga antelopes.
He also said that although Pasteurella is usually latent, it is possible that an undetectable trigger can change its characteristics and become active, and produce toxins that attack the antelope's organ operating system, causing them to
Death within hours.
I still agree with this point, so I also did relevant research and asked the laboratory to conduct pathological experiments. After feeding with spiritual spring water for a period of time, all the sick saiga antelopes became very healthy.
Put it into the chaotic space." When Liuxu mentioned this, his eyes sparkled.
Han Peacock looked at Liu Catkin, such a serious woman is really beautiful.
"So what you bought was a sick sheep, no wonder you were able to buy so many!" Han Peacock suddenly realized at this time that even though Kazakhstan is a small country, the number of saiga antelopes is really too small. He bought dozens of saigas at once.
Antelope, it's really not easy.
But if you buy sick sheep, then there is no problem at all. In addition, Liuxu has many powerful laboratories, so it will be easier to buy a batch of sick sheep for experiments and treatment.
"But I don't quite agree with what the royal doctor said. Professor Knok said that there must be some reason that caused the disease in the entire group of saiga antelopes. The most likely reason is environmental factors.
Before the collective death of the saigas, the local temperature plummeted from 30 degrees to minus 5 degrees within 24 hours. During this period, the saigas' fur, which was used to protect them from the cold, had fallen off.
However, similar temperature changes have occurred in previous years. He added that continuous climate change may also have a certain impact. The temperature in this area has increased to a large extent in recent years, but this should not be significant.
The problem.
The changes in the plants and soil there, and whether there are toxic substances, are still under further investigation. However, I am absolutely, definitely because of the virus. Of course, the environment may also have some impact, but it will definitely not have a big impact, just like humans.
, the environment changes too quickly, it can also cause colds!
But in the final analysis, the reason is still because of the existence of cold viruses. Therefore, after studying for a period of time, the resistance of the Saiga antelope has been strengthened and the physique of the Saiga antelope has become stronger. Such a Saiga antelope will not
Problem.
Moreover, before this year, I also collected a batch of saiga horns and conducted a special study. This batch of saiga horns raised in the chaotic space has more powerful medicinal effects."
"As long as you are sure, and the facts have proved that your approach is correct, aren't these saiga antelopes living a good life now?" Han Peacock said with a smile.
"Don't worry, I didn't completely deny that professor. After all, he is also an expert. As for the cause of the saiga antelope, the reason may be a matter of timing. For example, if you line up your ducks, certain things will happen.
Whatever it is, there must be something causing all saigas to be affected.
Professor Knok said that what is more noteworthy about this phenomenon is that according to some recorded data, the mortality rate is 100%. This is an extremely rare event. I still agree with this, so I can't be too careful."
"It seems that professor is quite capable!" Han Kongque said.
"Of course he has the ability. Without his efforts, we don't know how many wild animals would have died! After the large number of saiga antelopes died, in order to prevent the dead antelope carcasses from transmitting any diseases and bacteria to other wild animals, under his influence, the government
The saiga carcasses were collected and buried en masse.”
"I also agree with some of his views. For example, he said: This unknown plague is really abnormal for a biological system. It is a strange phenomenon that is very rare and puzzling.
Usually, in a biological system, only part of it dies or becomes sick.
Many scientists are also continuing to investigate whether there is a virus, but no evidence has yet emerged. Professor Knok reminded that from the current point of view, the extinction of this species may be inevitable.
He said: This is a matter of luck. If all the antelopes in a certain area die, but the antelopes in other areas survive under the same impact, it will not lead to the extinction of the species.
If climate change factors are added, the mortality rate will increase. If this is the case, extinction will be inevitable. Due to the sharp decline in numbers, the saiga population has become very vulnerable.
According to data from the Saiga Conservation Alliance, just 15 years ago, the global number of antelopes exceeded 1 million, but it has dropped by 95% since then. The previous decline was due to illegal hunting.
Scientists, wildlife experts, police and other actors are now involved in a race against time to save this endangered animal. Just last week, representatives from relevant countries around the world gathered with the support of the United Nations.
Together, we are still studying the next steps to save the saiga antelope."
"So, didn't you take the first step?" Qin Mingyue's eyes also became bright.
Han Peacock teased: "What impact does this have on you? Are you so excited? There's nothing to be happy about, right?"
"Why isn't it worth being happy? The price of saiga antelopes is high! They were already so expensive, and now so many have died, why haven't the prices of antelope horns skyrocketed?" Qin Mingyue said.
Han Peacock nodded and said: "So? No matter how high the price is, can we still sell antelope horns? In fact, there are already a lot of wild animals in this space, many of which have high added value.
For example, the heavy-duty draft horses we ride, their physiques are not comparable to ordinary horses in the outside world. Whether it is short-distance sprinting or long-distance running, their speed is very fast. They can be used as race horses. In this way,
Come on, their prices are high."
"Can such a big person outrun the purebred horses outside?" Qin Mingyue said doubtfully. (To be continued.)