As spring turns into summertime, the tranquil surface of the lake conceals busy activity underneath. Qinghai naked carps are on a voyage for their procreation. This species has gone through millennia of evolution. Displaying impressive perseverance, they adapt to the frigid saltwater of the lake, being the only wild fish species around here.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Rim of Qinghai Lake Series

Produced by the CGTN Nature team, "Journeys in Nature" presents China's distinct ecology and biodiversity through a range of mini-series that cover different regions across the country. In this series, the film crew travels to Qinghai Lake, China's largest saltwater lake, and explores the wildlife sustained by the lake sitting over 3,000 meters above sea level. 

For more:

Rim of Qinghai Lake Series | Episode 1: A Sea on Plateau

Rim of Qinghai Lake Series | Episode 2: Survival's challenge

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