From Ancient Forests to Megacities: The Hidden Wildlife of China

China Wild | Episode 5: The Cities | Free Documentary Nature · 51:25 · Video: Free Documentary - Nature · Watch at the source

In short: Explore how China's diverse ecosystems—ranging from alpine grasslands to bustling urban centers—host some of the world's most unique and endangered species.

This documentary series explores five of China's largest habitats, highlighting the country's role as a hub for biodiversity. Documenting unique actions and preservation projects, it highlights the Yangtze finless porpoise's return alongside initiatives aimed at safeguarding the Amur leopard and Manchurian tiger.

The film showcases diverse species: the Demoiselle, a tiny crane; Beijing's north-eastern Chinese hedgehogs; and the Chinese horseshoe crab, a marine animal dating back more than 300 million years. It also documents coral restoration in the South China Sea, one of the planet's richest underwater habitats.

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