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Bird lovers, rejoice! A dazzling flock of scarlet finches – famed for their ruby-red plumage – has been captured on camera in southwest China’s Gaoligong Mountains, showcasing nature’s hidden gems.
These rare birds usually chill at high altitudes but swap snowy peaks for warmer lowlands (around 1,500 meters) every winter, a behavior scientists call 'vertical migration.' Unlike typical cross-country flyers, these residents of the Gaoligong range move up and down their lush mountain home seasonally. Talk about #AltitudeGoals!
The 600km-long Gaoligong range – stretching from the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau to Southeast Asia – is a biodiversity superstar , nicknamed the 'world species gene pool.' Over 30% of China’s bird and mammal species thrive here, making it a birdwatchers’ paradise!
This sighting isn’t just a win for scientists; it’s a reminder of nature’s adaptability. Who knew birds could drop elevation like it’s a TikTok trend?
A dazzling flock of scarlet finches – famed for their ruby-red plumage – has been captured on camera in southwest China’s Gaoligong Mountains, showcasing nature’s hidden gems. 
Unlike typical cross-country flyers, these residents of the Gaoligong range move up and down their lush mountain home seasonally. Talk about #AltitudeGoals!
, nicknamed the 'world species gene pool.' Over 30% of China’s bird and mammal species thrive here, making it a birdwatchers’ paradise!
Who knew birds could drop elevation like it’s a TikTok trend? 
