As dawn breaks over southwest China's Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, an unlikely partnership unfolds between Tibetan foxes and local herders. These white-headed foxes hunt black-lipped pikas – rodents that damage pastures – earning them unexpected appreciation from communities navigating winter's harsh demands.
New footage from CGTN's Journeys in Nature: Snowy Western Sichuan Series reveals how wildlife adapts to sub-zero temperatures. Episode 3 showcases foxes using strategic ambushes near human settlements, demonstrating nature's delicate balance. Herders report reduced grassland destruction thanks to the foxes' natural pest control.
The series highlights broader ecological connections: Previous episodes featured solitary wolves navigating frozen terrain and birds surviving through vocal communication strategies. Garze's winter transformation – from lush summer landscapes to snow-covered wilderness – underscores the resilience of both wildlife and traditional livelihoods.
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