Relict gulls thrive at China's largest desert lake

Updated: May 30, 2024 By Qin Feng in Xi’an and Zhang Xiaomin chinadaily.com.cn Print

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Thousands of relict gulls are hatching their eggs on the central island of Hongjiannao Lake, China's largest freshwater lake in desert, in Yulin, Shaanxi province. [Photo by Ma Teng/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Hongjiannao Lake covers an area of approximately 37 square kilometers and is a vital habitat and breeding ground for the relict gull, a first-class protected wild animal in China.

He said that the bureau will continue protecting the island and its surrounding areas to enhance the habitat and breeding environment for the birds.

Video by Ma Teng.

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