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Northern Guangdong Woodland Series | Episode 2: Big-headed turtle
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Northern Guangdong houses majestic mountains and serpentine waters. In the green hills dwells the big-headed turtle, a carefree creature of the clear streams. First thing every day, it plunges into the water. Freshwater crabs are the focus of its attention. For freshwater crabs, the turtle is a veritable nightmare. Only the quickest reactions and the skill to squeeze in the crevices can save it from being devoured. Watch the video to see the intriguing story of the big-headed turtle and the freshwater crab!

About 'Journeys in Nature': Northern Guangdong Woodland Series

Northern Guangdong Province is located in the Nanling Mountains, an important mountain range and watershed in the south of central China. With dense forests, it has some of the richest biodiversity in southern China. Beneath the thick forest there lies a paradise for creatures that you may not often see. There are many mysterious stories behind these species, waiting to be uncovered.

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Northern Guangdong Woodland Series | Episode 1: Chinese crocodile lizard

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