🌟 Bird lovers, get ready to spread your wings! The elusive scarlet finch, adorned in stunning ruby-red plumage, has been spotted in the lush Gaoligong Mountains of southwestern Yunnan Province! 🐦❤️
Nestled between the Chinese mainland's Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and the Indochina Peninsula, the Gaoligong Mountains stretch over 600 kilometers of pure biodiversity bliss. No wonder it's nicknamed the \"world species gene pool\"! 🌿🌎
These vibrant beauties usually chill in the higher altitudes, but from November to March, they descend to lower grounds seeking warmer vibes and tastier grub. Talk about a seasonal style swap! ❄️➡️☀️
But here's the twist: unlike your typical migratory birds that fly north to south like clockwork, our scarlet finch friends prefer a vertical migration. They journey from lofty peaks over 3,000 meters down to cozier spots around 1,500 meters. Come spring, it's back to the highlife for breeding season! 🏔️⬇️🌸
The Gaoligong Mountains' dense forests are home to these resident birds who make the most of their mountainous mansion. So, if you're up for an avian adventure, now's the perfect time to catch a glimpse of these rare gems! 📸✨
Who else is excited to see nature's ruby-red treasures? 🙋♀️🙋♂️
Reference(s):
Ruby-red scarlet finch spotted in SW China after move to lower grounds
cgtn.com
