In northwestern Hong Kong, the wetlands of Mai Po and Deep Bay offer a resting spot between East Asia and Australasia for migratory birds. Each winter, some 60,000 birds stop over to replenish their stores of food or stay for the warm weather.

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

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 8: Hong Kong warty newt

(Cover image a screenshot from the video)

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