Jiatang Grassland is home to a somewhat unattractive yet very famous animal. Its cute, square cheeks, beady eyes and distinctive poker face have made it an internet celebrity. Tibetan foxes mainly live on the plateau above 3,500 meters. It is endemic to this land. Its face may lack proportion, but it's very practical. Among all foxes, the Tibetan fox's skull is the best suited to chewing meat. Its wide cheeks are supported by an intricate network of muscles that provide stronger bite force.

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Yushu Series | Episode 1: Jiatang grassland

About Journeys in Nature: Yushu Series

The unique geographic location of Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture has resulted in an abundance of animal and plant resources. As summer approaches, lives on the plateau begin to regain their vitality after a long and cold winter. To learn more about the place, watch this series of Journeys in Nature.

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