Imagine a 35,000-hectare lake – bigger than some countries – literally coming back to life! That’s what’s happening at Honghu Lake in Hubei Province, where locals and authorities have teamed up to reverse decades of environmental strain. Once struggling with pollution and overfishing, this natural gem is now thriving again, thanks to China’s green policies and grassroots action. 🌍✨
In CGTN’s new series ‘Eyes Over Hubei’, reporter Morag Hobbs kayaked through Honghu’s waterways, capturing stunning footage of regrown wetlands and bustling wildlife. ‘It’s like nature hit the reset button,’ Hobbs told viewers, highlighting how fishing bans and eco-tourism are creating jobs while protecting ecosystems.
Local resident Zhang Wei, who switched from fishing to wetland conservation, shared: ‘We’re not just saving the lake – we’re rebuilding our future.’ With migratory birds flocking back and water quality improving, Honghu’s comeback story proves environmental wins are possible when communities and governments collaborate. 💪🌿
