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Beauty in Four Seasons
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© Leung Wai Ki |
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Beauty in Autumn and Winter
Mai Po is renowned as a birdwatcher's paradise. In autumn and winter,
thousands of migratory birds come to Mai Po, including 72% of the total
Hong Kong bird species, among which some globally endangered species
such as Saunders' Gull and a quarter of the world's population
of the Black-faced Spoonbill can be found. When you visit Mai Po between
October and April, you will be surprised by the view of flocks of birds
flying in the sky.
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© Alex Wong |
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Beauty in Spring and Summer
In spring, as the weather becomes warmer, the winter birds start
to leave, but Mai Po is still bustling with life: plump and juicy gei
wai shrimp, beautiful and colourful insects such as butterflies and
dragonflies are found everywhere. All these creatures are active during
spring and summer, so it is a great time to learn more about them!
In the latest research done by WWF, 45% of Hong Kong dragonfly
species and 22% of Hong Kong butterfly species can be found at Mai Po,
including the globally endangered Four-spot Midget. Nevertheless, there
are many different types of colourful and funny-looking insects waiting
for you to discover.
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