March is the dry season in the dry hot valley of the Konglonghe Nature Reserve in the Ailao Mountains. The scorching heat drives many animals away, but, for birds, this is a good time to stay warm and dry.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Ailao Mountains Series

Sitting in the middle of southwest China's Yunnan Province, the Ailao Mountains are famous for their biodiversity. From endangered wild beasts like black crested gibbons and green peafowls to rare plants and various landscapes, the Ailao Mountains will never disappoint you.

For more:

Ailao Mountains Series | Ep. 6: Red junglefowl

Ailao Mountains Series | Ep. 5: Jiutian wetland

Ailao Mountains Series | Ep. 4: Flowering cycas

Ailao Mountains Series | Ep. 3: Neighbors in the mountains

Ailao Mountains Series | Ep. 2: King of birds

Ailao Mountains Series | Ep. 1: Phoenix at the river

(Cover image a screenshot)

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