Running for 6,300 kilometers, the Yangtze River is the longest river in both China and Asia and the third longest river in the world.
A high level of biodiversity is highlighted in the Yangtze River Basin due to its abundant and complex terrains including mountainous areas, dense forests and bountiful wetlands. This makes the region a pivotal habitat for animals, especially endangered ones such as elks, golden snub-nosed monkeys and giant pandas.
Thanks to China's determined efforts to improve the ecological environment in the region, these rare creatures are experiencing a resurgence and enjoying a gradual rise in their population numbers.