The black-necked crane, a species under first-class state protection in China, mainly inhabits plateau meadows and marshes at an altitude of 2,500 to 5,000 meters.
A research team has recently uncovered a Tibetan hot-spring snake habitat in the northern part of Gyirong county, Xizang autonomous region, by using infrared cameras, marking the first official sighting of the snake in the county.
Shanza county of Nagchu, Xizang autonomous region, is a haven for the majestic black-necked crane and the iconic Tibetan antelope, embodying a delicate balance of nature's wonders and the threats that can be posed.
Foreign participants of a forum in Southwest China's Xizang autonomous region have highlighted the region's ecological conservation efforts, calling for increased cooperation and thought exchange.