As the sea breeze blows, trees in the Mai Po Wetland are laden with saplings. These plantlets are growths emerging from the seeds of Kandelia trees. They suckle at their mother's nutrients before ripening and falling to the ground. Check the video to know more about these fantastic plants. 

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

Bauhinia and Lotus Series | Episode 9: A date with winter

(Cover image a screenshot from the video)

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