Lhalu Wetland sees major recovery thanks to conservation efforts

Updated: Jun 10, 2026 By Palden Nyima in Lhasa chinadaily.com.cn Print

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A view of the Lhalu Wetland National Nature Reserve in Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The reserve now hosts 438 species of vascular plants and 174 bird species, including 28 under national protection. The number of breeding waterbird species has increased from one to 12. Researchers have also identified three second-class nationally protected fish species through environmental DNA monitoring.

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