Autumn Wings: Migratory Birds Thrive at Xinjiang’s Aweitan Reservoir
Aweitan Reservoir in Xinjiang’s Altay region lights up each autumn as egrets, wild ducks and geese stop over. Discover how this vital habitat protects migratory birds.
Biodiversity
Rare Acer miaotaiense Discovered in Shaanxi Reserve
Researchers discover a stable wild population of Acer miaotaiense in Shaanxi’s Taibai reserve, a milestone for biodiversity conservation and eco-research.
World Lake Day: Honoring Earth’s Fragile, Majestic Lakes
On August 27, the first World Lake Day spotlights lakes
home to 90% of surface freshwater, climate regulators and cultural icons. Join us in exploring their fragility and majesty across the Chinese mainland and beyond.
Tiny Triumph: World’s Smallest Freshwater Turtle Hatches at Guadalajara Zoo
Guadalajara Zoo hatches the world’s smallest freshwater turtle, a Vallarta mud turtle, marking a landmark win for conservation in Mexico.
Dugongs Return to Yongshu Reef Waters in Nansha Islands
Dugongs, once declared functionally extinct along the Chinese mainland coast, have been spotted near Yongshu Reef in the Nansha Islands, marking a win for regional marine conservation.
Find Serenity at Hangzhou’s Xixi National Wetland Park
Discover serenity at Hangzhou’s Xixi National Wetland Park: 11 km² of reeds, ponds and cultural heritage in a vibrant biodiverse haven.
Sunrise on the Plateau: Exploring Xizang’s Cultural & Natural Legacy
Discover the vibrant cultural and natural legacy of southwestern China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, from age-old dances and fabrics to wildlife uniquely adapted to the world’s highest plateau.
Heilongjiang Wetlands Host 250+ Bird Species, A Migratory Haven
Discover Heilongjiang’s Naoli River wetlands, a thriving stopover for over 250 bird species. Explore how clear waters and lush reeds shape this migratory haven.
Tidal Guardians: Symphony of Life in Mangrove Forests
Discover how Zhanjiang’s mangroves on the Chinese mainland act as tidal guardians, boosting biodiversity, storing carbon, and safeguarding coasts in a vibrant symphony of life.
SCO Biodiversity Drive Gains Momentum with Chinese Mainland’s Support
SCO states strengthen regional biodiversity with cross-border reserves and the Chinese mainland’s financing, technology, and training to drive key conservation projects.