Three 'ocean pandas' flying through the sea in SE China
Three Chinese white dolphins appeared in the water off the coast of Xiapu County of southeast China's Fujian Province on Wednesday.
A Chinese white dolphin is seen in Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, south China. /VCG Photo
Nicknamed as “ocean pandas”, the Chinese white dolphins are under first-class state protection in China. They mainly inhibit in Southeast Asia and Australia.
A Chinese white dolphin family is seen playing in southwest China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. /VCG Photo
These cute dolphins are black at birth and turn grey and pink when they are young. The adult Chinese white dolphins are usually white or pink. They are also known as pink dolphins for their unique color.
Two Chinese white dolphins at the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom attract tourists in south China's Guangdong Province. /VCG Photo
The Chinese white dolphins are threatened by both habitat loss and pollution. They only live in good quality water so their presence is a good indication of the state of the environment.