Hey there, nature explorers! Have you heard about the Chinese merganser ducks? These amazing birds are super rare and are found in the Chinese mainland. They are so special that they are classified as a “first-class protected wild animal” in China!
Every year, during April and May, these ducks have their breeding season in the beautiful Changbai Mountain in northeast China’s Jilin Province. Right now, the cutest thing is happening—the baby ducklings are hatching from their eggs! 🐣
But wait, it gets even more exciting! After they hatch, these tiny ducklings make their very first big jump out of their nests. Imagine being so small and taking a leap into the world! Their nests are usually in tree holes, so they have to be brave. Their mom calls out to them from below, encouraging them to jump. One by one, they leap and gently land on the soft ground or water below. How cool is that?
The Chinese merganser is very important because there aren’t many of them left. Scientists and local people are working hard to protect these birds and their homes. By learning about them, we can all help make sure they stay safe and continue to thrive.
Isn’t nature just awesome? Next time you’re outside, keep an eye out for amazing animals like the Chinese merganser duck!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
