Auspicious crested ibis, a treasure of China
Yazhen and Shou, the four virtuous birds
In China, the crested ibis is an auspicious bird
It is known as the "Jewel of the Orient" among birds
White feathers, bright red crown and long black beak,
Plus slender feet
They actually have a lot of "nicknames"
Crested ibis, also known as vermilion, red ibis, flamingo
It is also known as the beauty bird, the fairy bird, and the auspicious bird
It is endemic to East Asia
Ancient ibises that appeared 60 million years ago
It is medium in size with white plumage
The posterior occipital has a long willow-leaf-shaped crest
The skin from the forehead to the cheeks is bare and bright red
It often wads in nearby streams, swamps and rice paddies
Stroll and feed on small fish, crabs, frogs, snails and other aquatic animals
Also eats insects
Rest and stay overnight on tall trees
Crested ibises begin nesting in March
Breed one litter per year and lay 2-4 eggs per clutch
The longest-lived crested ibis was recorded at 37 years
Today, the Forestry Department of Shaanxi
Continuously strengthen the ecological protection and restoration of Qinling Mountains
The living environment of wild animals and plants has been effectively improved
In 1981, there were only 7 wild crested ibises worldwide
After 40 years of protection and rejuvenation
The global population of crested ibises has grown to more than 7,000
Among them, there are more than 5,000 in Shaanxi
In 40 years of conservation practice
Shaanxi Exploration was formed
"In situ protection is the mainstay, ex situ protection is supplemented,
Rewilding and returning to expand the group, scientific and technological research support,
Government and society are coordinated, and people and ibises coexist harmoniously"
Crested ibises protected mode
There are lessons to be learned for saving endangered species
In this episode of "Our Green Waters and Green Mountains"
To make our nature experiencers
Gain a deeper understanding of the importance of protecting the crested ibis
Nature Experience Guide leads everyone
Use branches to nest for baby crested ibises
First it is woven with thin branches crossed, from small to large
Then pad dry grass or fluff inside
The simple bird's nest is formed
The nest of the crested ibises in the wild is relatively simple from the outside
Like "Rough House"
But it's still comfortable for baby crested ibises
Throughout the incubation and brooding process
Crested ibises will also pick up small branches
and soft inner pads to reinforce and padde
Ensure the smooth growth of young babies
With the concept of "green water and green mountains are golden mountains and silver mountains"
Constantly deeply rooted in the hearts of the people
The atmosphere of harmonious coexistence between man and nature is getting stronger and stronger
China's crested ibis protection will also make the world
Witness even greater wonders
Jointly launched by the Shaanxi Forestry Bureau and Shaanxi Satellite TV, the nature experience program "Our Green Water and Green Mountains" takes you to learn natural knowledge, explore the mysteries of nature, and feel the harmonious beauty of man and nature in an immersive nature experience.
Let's walk into the Qinling Nature Classroom together
Dialogue with mountains and rivers and trees
Get a closer look at the birds and animals
Listen to birdsong and insect chanting
Embrace the nature classroom
Happy curiosity experience
Let's meet in the land of Sanqin
Feel it together
The green water and green mountains are the golden mountains and silver mountains
Want to learn more interesting stories about nature experiences?
Stay tuned for December 5th at 22:05
"Our Green Water and Green Mountains" No. 3
Embark on a magical journey through the animal kingdom
Source | "Our Green Water and Green Mountains" program group
Edit | Tong Tong
Proofreading | Gu Qing, Li Hao, Tong Tong
Audit | Feng Ziheng