Wednesday, February 13, 2013

LUNGS OF TIBET HOME TO RARE BIRDS- CHINA



Lhalu Wetland is the largest and the highest natural wetland in China, with an average elevation of 3600 meters and an area of 12.2 square kilometers. The nickname “lungs of Tibet” itself indicates its importance. It is home to 62 rare wild birds including black-necked cranes and grey cranes categorized under state protection and other breeds such as bar-headed geese, ruby shelducks and egrets.
 5 February
 

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