Kaohsiung Qieding Wetland Bids Farewell to Winter Migratory Birds, Welcomes Spring Waterbirds
Kaohsiung's Qieding Wetland is undergoing a seasonal transition. Winter birds like the Black-faced Spoonbill are migrating north, while spring migratory waterbirds are arriving, making it a focal point for birdwatchers.
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Central News Agency reporter Tsai Meng-yu reporting from Kaohsiung on the 15th. The migratory bird ecology at Kaohsiung's Qieding Wetland is entering its seasonal transition period. Winter migratory birds, such as the Black-faced Spoonbill, are gradually migrating north, signaling the end of the winter bird season. Meanwhile, the wetland's mudflats are welcoming a flock of spring migratory waterbirds, becoming a focal point for birdwatchers.
The Kaohsiung City Government's Public Works Bureau, Parks Administration Office, issued a press release today stating that winter migratory birds like the Black-faced Spoonbill and Northern Pintail can still be observed in the wetland. They are successively molting into their bright summer plumage and preparing to head north, marking the close of the winter migratory season. These birds will return to their breeding grounds to complete an important stage of their annual migration.
After experiencing the peak of winter migratory birds, the wetland has recently welcomed a batch of spring migratory waterbirds, displaying a rich and dynamic wetland ecological landscape.
Spring migratory waterbirds include species like the Common Redshank and Common Greenshank, often seen foraging and active around the water's edge. In addition, the Spotted Redshank, currently in the transition period to its breeding plumage, shows a striking contrast as its color changes from winter gray-white to dark. The rare Asian Dowitcher has also been spotted stopping over, adding a highlight to wetland observations.
The Parks Office stated that Qieding Wetland not only functions as disaster prevention infrastructure but is also a crucial node on international migratory bird routes. Facing the challenges of climate change, it possesses multifaceted value for both ecological conservation and urban resilience.
The Parks Office added that in the future, they will continue to promote wetland conservation and eco-friendly engineering projects to enhance biodiversity and ecological service functions. They also urge the public to follow relevant regulations and minimize human disturbance when birdwatching and enjoying nature, to jointly protect these precious wetland resources.
The Kaohsiung City Government's Public Works Bureau, Parks Administration Office, issued a press release today stating that winter migratory birds like the Black-faced Spoonbill and Northern Pintail can still be observed in the wetland. They are successively molting into their bright summer plumage and preparing to head north, marking the close of the winter migratory season. These birds will return to their breeding grounds to complete an important stage of their annual migration.
After experiencing the peak of winter migratory birds, the wetland has recently welcomed a batch of spring migratory waterbirds, displaying a rich and dynamic wetland ecological landscape.
Spring migratory waterbirds include species like the Common Redshank and Common Greenshank, often seen foraging and active around the water's edge. In addition, the Spotted Redshank, currently in the transition period to its breeding plumage, shows a striking contrast as its color changes from winter gray-white to dark. The rare Asian Dowitcher has also been spotted stopping over, adding a highlight to wetland observations.
The Parks Office stated that Qieding Wetland not only functions as disaster prevention infrastructure but is also a crucial node on international migratory bird routes. Facing the challenges of climate change, it possesses multifaceted value for both ecological conservation and urban resilience.
The Parks Office added that in the future, they will continue to promote wetland conservation and eco-friendly engineering projects to enhance biodiversity and ecological service functions. They also urge the public to follow relevant regulations and minimize human disturbance when birdwatching and enjoying nature, to jointly protect these precious wetland resources.