Winter’s first guests have touched down! Over 30,000 migratory birds, including rare species like black storks and white cranes, have arrived at central China’s Dongting Lake. Flying from as far as Siberia and northern China, these feathered travelers are turning the wetlands into a vibrant spectacle 🎥✨.
Local experts predict the number could soar to 300,000 as temperatures drop. The East Dongting Lake National Nature Reserve is expanding habitats and boosting protection efforts to ensure a safe winter for the birds. Grey cranes, herons, and other species are already stealing the show—grab your binoculars! 🦩🔭
Dongting Lake, a UNESCO-recognized wetland, has long been a critical pitstop for migratory routes. Conservationists are using real-time monitoring and community partnerships to balance tourism with wildlife safety. Talk about #EcoGoals! 🌍💚
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Live: First batch of wintering migratory birds arrive at Dongting Lake
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