Hey bird lovers! 🌏🕊️ If you’re on the lookout for nature’s coolest travel hub, Tiaozini in east China’s Jiangsu Province has you covered. Locals here just wrapped up building China’s first permanent high-tide 'airport' — not for humans, but for migratory birds! 🚀
This 'airport' might sound wild, but it's basically a fancy resting spot that stays above water even when tides are at their peak. Think of it as a super comfy layover lounge where thousands of birds can chill, refuel, and snap majestic flight selfies before they wing off to their next destination. 📸🐦
Why’s this a big deal? Tiaozini’s tidal wetland is a globally significant hotspot on the East Asian-Australasian Flyway — a key migratory route stretching from Arctic Russia down to Australia. Protecting these wetlands means giving our feathered friends a safe pit-stop on their marathon journeys. 🌐✈️
Local communities teamed up with conservationists to design and build this raised platform using eco-friendly materials. They’ve turned a natural haven into a high-tech refuge, blending tradition with innovation. It’s a shining example of how people power can boost biodiversity and keep ecosystems thriving. 🌿💪
Next time you scroll through bird pics on your feed, drop a comment if you’d love to visit this bird paradise! And don’t forget to spread the word — our planet’s wildlife depends on these game-changing efforts. 💚
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
