As temperatures rise in the northeast region of the Chinese mainland, spotted seals inhabiting Liaodong Bay in Panjin City, Liaoning Province have emerged from hibernation.
A group of these remarkable marine mammals was recently observed resting on a mudflat in Liaodong Bay, marking the southernmost breeding area among the eight global breeding zones for spotted seals.
Recognized as a national first-level protected wildlife species, spotted seals are the only pinniped marine mammals that breed in Chinese waters, highlighting the ecological significance of Liaodong Bay in supporting biodiversity.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
