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18/09/2025

The Little Crake, a nationally protected bird species, has been spotted for the first time in Manas National Wetland Park, northwest China's Xinjiang. The tiny bird, known for its elusive habits and insect diet, was seen gliding across lotus leaves in the reserve's ponds. Its appearance has drawn bird photographers and researchers, highlighting the richness of local biodiversity.

17/09/2025

For the first time, the near-threatened ghost plant has been spotted in central China's Qizimei Mountain Reserve. With its glass-like body, the plant does not contain chlorophyll and survives only in dark, damp forests. The reserve has now installed cameras to monitor and protect the plant. The reserve currently oversees more than 2,200 rare species of plants and animals.

16/09/2025

A mountain bamboo partridge was spotted strolling and foraging with her chicks on southwestern China's Gaoligong Mountains. This partridge is a state protected species, usually found in southeast Asia. They thrive in forests and bamboo groves below altitude 3,000 meters , feeding on seeds, berries, and insects.

15/09/2025

Infrared cameras in Inner Mongolia's Greater Khingan forest recently captured rare footage of a mother moose and her calf, a first-class nationally protected species in China. In the quiet of the night, the mother moose approached the lens, sniffing and glancing curiously, while her calf stayed close at her side. Moose are the world's largest deer species, weighing up to 600 kilograms and consuming over 20 kilograms of plants daily.

15/09/2025

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14/09/2025

Staff at Mount Wutai in north China's Shanxi captured rare footage of a Chinese goral, a nationally protected species. The agile and cautious "cliff dancer" showed off its climbing skills and even struck a pose for the camera. The sighting reflects the area's improving ecology and rising biodiversity.

13/09/2025

In Tekes County of NW China's Xinjiang, over 560,000 cattle, sheep, and horses are undergoing their seasonal migration, crossing forests, rivers and mountain passes to reach lush pastures. The centuries-old tradition lowers feeding costs and lets grasslands recover for sustainable living.

12/09/2025

Biodiversity is booming in Tianjin’s Qilihai Wetland! All bird species in the area have hit a record 308, up from 258 just a few years ago. As a key stop on the East Asia-Australasia flyway, the wetland is home to thriving birdlife and 162 wild plant species.

11/09/2025

Sea turtles, often called "living fossils," are a crucial species of marine ecosystems with high ecological, scientific, and cultural value. Thanks to ongoing ecological restoration efforts in south China's Hainan Province, new nesting sites in Sansha City were discovered this year. With a rise in the number of nests compared to a year ago, Sansha stands out as China's largest and most successful sea turtle nesting conservation area.

10/09/2025

Early autumn at East China's Poyang Lake is bursting life. Fields of blooming lotuses have attracted tens of thousands of migratory birds, including egrets, herons, jacanas, and gulls. Flocks fly off by dusk to roost in nearby woodlands. Poyang Lake is a vital stop along the East Asia-Australasia flyway.

09/09/2025

In Wuzhishan, Hainan Province, a pair of green mountain frogs was seen in amplexus, the mating embrace where males cling to females before spawning. When threatened, the green mountain frog releases pungent mucus to ward off predators.

08/09/2025

Leaders and experts across the world have welcomed the Global Governance Initiative proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the SCO Plus Meeting a week ago. They said it reflects the international community's aspirations for an inclusive and balanced world order. CGTN anchor Li Qiuyuan spoke to Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, who shared his thoughts on how Global South nations can contribute to improving global governance.

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