Snow has come unexpectedly early, blanketing the Qinling Mountains in northwest China's Shaanxi Province in silvery white. In the woods along the Hanjiang River, some crested ibises stand on branches without cover as if enjoying the snow. Some spread their pinkish wings and dance gracefully in the snow-covered mountains, creating a beautiful ink wash painting.
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