The creeks in a nature reserve of Hong Kong are home to an obscure species: Hong Kong warty newt. The newt has warts on its back and was once believed to be endemic to Hong Kong, hence the name. Watch this episode to find out more about how this newt species breeds.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Bauhinia and Lotus Series:

Encircled by bays and beaches, islands and peninsulas, harbors and seas, mountains and valleys, wetlands and gardens, Hong Kong is home to amazing wildlife. Follow the camera to see how these species live in harmony with humans in the busy city. 

More on the Bauhinia and Lotus Series

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 1: Roaming bovines

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 2: Butterflies in Hong Kong

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 3: Urban predator

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 4: Scavengers at the pier

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 5: Romance of rocks

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 6: Island microcosm

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 7: Macaques paradise

(Cover image a screenshot from the video)

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