As the Minor Cold solar term (one of 24 seasonal markers in the Chinese lunar calendar) rolls in, the chill deepens across Asia. But up north at Wolong Lake Reserve in Liaoning province in mainland China, life is anything but frozen. ❄️🌊
Meet the white-tailed eagle, known locally as the "tiger of the skies" and one of China's first-class protected raptors. With a wingspan up to 2.5 meters, these ancient Eurasian birds slice through the icy gusts, hunting fish, waterfowl, and small mammals beneath the misty surface.
Why pay attention? White-tailed eagles are ecological barometers: their presence means the ecosystem is balanced and thriving, like a green light for conservation. Even when temperatures plunge below zero, these majestic hunters remind us that nature finds a way to flourish in harsh conditions.
For young nature lovers and eco-warriors from Delhi to Jakarta, the eagle's winter journey is a powerful example of resilience and harmony. It's like your favorite underdog movie—only starring a sky predator! 🎥🦅
So next time you brace against the cold, remember the white-tailed eagle soaring high above frozen lakes. In every beat of its wings, there's a story of survival and hope that bridges cultures and climates alike.
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Wings over winter: The white-tailed eagle's northern sojourn
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