Filming moose, the largest member of the deer family, from close range in the primitive forest was a challenging task.  CGTN Nature's film crew had to traverse mountains and wade through waters to approach the reclusive animal living in the Greater Hinggan Mountains of northern China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Watch this episode to see the process.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Hanma Series

Hanma Natural Reserve, with its high biodiversity, is important not only for the protection of rare wild animals and plants, but also as the main birthplace of the Heilongjiang River's upper reaches. In this series, we delve into the natural environment of northeast China, exploring unusual scenery as well as its stories.

For more: 

Hanma Series | Episode 1: Herald of autumn

Hanma Series | Episode 2: Fallen trees on ice

Hanma Series | Episode 3: The interdependence

Hanma Series | Episode 4: Land of reindeer

Hanma Series | Episode 5: Beasts of Hanma

Hanma Series | Episode 6: Home in Hanma

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