Zhejiang Xiangshan Series: Home on the island

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Summer brings frequent storms to the crested terns living on the islands near Xiangshan County in east China's Zhejiang Province. The bird's eggs are yet to hatch, and exposure to the rain could kill the new life. Parents sit on top of their eggs to offer protection against the rain. Watch this episode to find out more about the bird.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Zhejiang Xiangshan 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 Xiangshan County, east China's Zhejiang Province, and records the stories of the animals and people living there.

For more:

Zhejiang Xiangshan Series: Courtship dance

Zhejiang Xiangshan Series: Return of the mythical bird

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