The wild yak is regarded as a representative species on the plateau in southwest China. Protected by their thick fur, they roam freely even against the harsh environment with temperatures reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius. Their three-layered hair is the secret. Watch this episode to find out more.  

About 'Journeys in Nature': Mountainous Qinghai Series

With mountains as the towering body and water as the restless soul, such convergence makes mountainous Qinghai Province in northwest China a pinnacle of life. As summer comes, animals like camels begin to shed their heavy winter suits, while others like red foxes, Tibetan wild asses and Tibetan gazelles are busy bringing up their little ones. CGTN will take you on a trip to explore the secret lives of the amazing creatures inhabiting Qinghai. 

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Mountainous Qinghai Series | Episode 1: Plateau king

(Cover image is a video screenshot; video shot by the CGTN Nature film crew)

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