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Jiangxi Poyang Lake Nanji Wetlands

Updated: Jun 26, 2023 govt.chinadaily.com.cn Print
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The Jiangxi Poyang Lake Nanji Wetlands in Jiangxi province. [Photo/forestry.gov.cn]

The Jiangxi Poyang Lake Nanji Wetlands (Nanji Wetland) is situated in the southern part of the main lake area of Poyang Lake in Jiangxi province. In 2020, it was designated as the 64th Ramsar Site in the country. Covering a total area of 33,300 hectares, it is located at the junction of Nanchang city, Jiujiang city, and Shangrao city.

The Nanji Wetland is an incredibly valuable ecosystem for scientific research, conservation, and recreational observation, and serves as a vital habitat for various wetland bird species. National first-class protected animals like the Oriental stork (Ciconia boyciana)and the Baer's pochard (Aythya baeri), are among the wildlife found here. Additionally, second-class protected animals such as the swan goose (Anser cygnoides),greater white-fronted goose (Anser albifrons), and tundra swan(Cygnus columbianus), can also be observed.

The Jiangxi Poyang Lake Nanji Wetlands in Jiangxi province. [Photo/forestry.gov.cn]
The Jiangxi Poyang Lake Nanji Wetlands in Jiangxi province. [Photo/forestry.gov.cn]
The Jiangxi Poyang Lake Nanji Wetlands in Jiangxi province. [Photo/forestry.gov.cn]

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