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China-specific snail enjoys winter breeze in S China's Hainan
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CGTN's filming crew recently captured the footage of a snail in Baihualing Scenic Area in Qiongzhong City, south China's Hainan Province. The scientific name of the snail is Camaena hainanensis. A unique species in China, it inhabits in the forests and bushes of warm areas in the southern Guangdong and Hainan provinces. In the tropical province, the snail can enjoy the warm winter breeze in the cold season.

About 'Go! Hainan' series

Featuring unspoiled tropical rain forests, sandy beaches and a rich culture, Hainan Province is the southernmost island province of China. Nicknamed "China's Hawaii," Hainan is on its way to becoming a free trade port. The "Go! Hainan" livestream series takes you on a new journey to explore the fantastic island and its underwater world.

(All images taken by CGTN's Qu Bo, cover image designed by CGTN's Yu Peng)

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