Biodiversity

New Exhibition of Beijing's Native Birds Launched at China Science and Technology Museum

On July 17, the "Jinghua Feiyu: Special Exhibition of Common Birds in Beijing" opened at the China Science and Technology Museum, with 146 bird specimens of 63 common bird species in Beijing on display there.

2026-07-21

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Beijing's Bird Species List Grows: Red-Breasted Goose Spotted for First Time at Yanqing's Yeya Lake Wetlands

Recently, three red-breasted geese (Branta ruficollis), a national second-class protected wildlife species in China, were spotted at the Yeya Lake Wetlands of Yanqing. This is the first recorded sighting of the species in Beijing, which has now been added to the city's bird species list.

2025-12-05

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Must-Visit Bird-Watching Hotspots in Beijing!

As spring arrives with blooming flowers, so comes the perfect time for bird-watching. Do not miss these renowned birding destinations in Beijing!

2025-04-23

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Beijing Wins Title of 'Biodiversity Charming City'

The 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity was held in Cali, Colombia. At the 8th Summit for Subnational Governments and Cities, a parallel event of the COP16, Beijing earned the prestigious title of "Biodiversity Charming City".

2024-11-05

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Beijing Sees Increase in Terrestrial Wildlife Species

Over the years, the city has strengthened the development of natural protected areas such as forests, wetlands and geological parks, creating a comprehensive system that effectively protects over 90 percent of its major wildlife and habitats.

2024-04-15

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Natural Charms: Great Grebe Birds Play on Canal

As the temperatures gradually rise during the early spring, plenty of migratory birds have been spotted at the Grand Canal in Beijing Municipal Administrative Center.

2024-03-07

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