Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng

XUANCHENG, CHINA - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - The artificially bred population of Chinese alligators has entered hibernation in the greenhouses of the Chinese Alligator National Nature Reserve in Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, China on December 9, 2025.

Urca Oil and Gas Production Field Development - Brazil

Urca Oil and Gas Production Field Development - Brazil

This photo taken on Oct. 17, 2025 shows artificially cultivated tropical rainforest plants in an ecological nursery at the Urucu Oil and Gas Production Field in the state of Amazonas, Brazil. The Urucu Oil and Gas Production Field, located in the heart of Brazil's Amazonas state, is one of the country's most important onshore oil and gas production bases. Surrounded by pristine rainforest, it has operated steadily since its start-up in 1988, supplying oil and natural gas that support energy needs across northern Brazil. According to its operator Petrobras, the field has preserved about 98 percent of its area as native forest, carries out rainwater recycling, waste recovery, and reforestation programs and plants more than 1.5 million native trees. Photo by Wang Tiancong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fresh Peach Base in Zaozhuang

Fresh Peach Base in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - MARCH 28, 2025 - A farmer pollinates flowers artificially in a peach garden in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province on March 28, 2025.

Fresh Peach Base in Zaozhuang

Fresh Peach Base in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - MARCH 28, 2025 - A farmer pollinates flowers artificially in a peach garden in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province on March 28, 2025.

Fresh Peach Base in Zaozhuang

Fresh Peach Base in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - MARCH 28, 2025 - A farmer pollinates flowers artificially in a peach garden in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province on March 28, 2025.

China: Burning Debris Flow Down Flooded River In Liaoning

On July 28, 2024, in Fushun, Liaoning, a northeastern province of China, a rare and startling natural spectacle occurred—fire floating on water. As heavy rains caused river levels to rise, piles of straws that had accumulated along the riverbank were swept downstream. Remarkably, some of this debris had caught fire, and the flames continued to burn as the straws floated along the current. This unusual occurrence of fire traveling on the water's surface, without being extinguished, produced thick black smoke and presented a frightening scene. According to the filmer Ms. Lin, the straw may have been artificially ignited to prevent excessive debris from piling up in the river along with the current and causing serious consequences.

Artificially hatched rare bird released to nature in China's Yunnan

STORY: Artificially hatched rare bird released to nature in China's Yunnan SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: June 13, 2024 LENGTH: 0:00:00 LOCATION: KUNMING, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the river tern STORYLINE: An abandoned river tern egg was successfully artificially hatched in China's Yunnan. The hatchling of the rare bird species was released to nature after training. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Kunming, China. (XHTV)

10 spotted seals released into ocean off NE China's Dalian

STORY: 10 spotted seals released into ocean off NE China's Dalian SHOOTING TIME: April 16, 2024 DATELINE: April 20, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:26 LOCATION: DALIAN, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of 10 spotted seals being released into the waters off China's coastal city of Dalian 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): ZHANG SHENGJIU, Vice general manager of Dalian Sun Asia Tourism Holding Co., Ltd. 3. various of 10 spotted seals being released into the waters off China's coastal city of Dalian 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LU ZHICHUANG, Vice president of Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute STORYLINE: Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian in northeast China's Liaoning Province on Tuesday. Some of these seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): ZHANG SHENGJIU, Vice general manager of Dalian Sun Asia Tourism Holding Co., Ltd. "These spotted se

XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240417) -- BEIJING, April 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A released spotted seal swims in the waters off Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

(240416) -- DALIAN, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A released spotted seal swims in the waters off Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

(240416) -- DALIAN, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A released spotted seal swims in the waters off Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

(240416) -- DALIAN, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A spotted seal is pictured during a releasing event in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

(240416) -- DALIAN, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A released spotted seal swims in the waters off Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

(240416) -- DALIAN, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Released spotted seals swim in the waters off Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

(240416) -- DALIAN, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A released spotted seal swims in the waters off Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SEAL-RELEASE (CN)

(240416) -- DALIAN, April 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A spotted seal is released into the waters off Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, April 16, 2024. Ten spotted seals were released into the waters off the coastal city of Dalian. Some of the seals had been rescued by the Liaoning Ocean and Fisheries Science Research Institute, while the others were artificially bred pups. Having received professional wilderness training, the seals are now able to prey on live fish independently and adapt to the wild. (Xinhua/Pan Yulong)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

(240312) -- ZIGUI, March 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Volunteers plant Myricaria laxiflora in Guojiaba Township of Zigui County, central China's Hubei Province, March 12, 2024. A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. The plants, including 1,000 Myricaria laxiflora and 2,000 Plantago fengdouensis, are endemic to the Yangtze River and have been reintroduced into their historical distribution areas through artificial breeding efforts. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

(240312) -- ZIGUI, March 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on March 12, 2024 shows Plantago fengdouensis in Guojiaba Township of Zigui County, central China's Hubei Province. A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. The plants, including 1,000 Myricaria laxiflora and 2,000 Plantago fengdouensis, are endemic to the Yangtze River and have been reintroduced into their historical distribution areas through artificial breeding efforts. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

(240312) -- ZIGUI, March 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students plant Myricaria laxiflora in Guojiaba Township of Zigui County, central China's Hubei Province, March 12, 2024. A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. The plants, including 1,000 Myricaria laxiflora and 2,000 Plantago fengdouensis, are endemic to the Yangtze River and have been reintroduced into their historical distribution areas through artificial breeding efforts. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

(240312) -- ZIGUI, March 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Volunteers water Myricaria laxiflora in Guojiaba Township of Zigui County, central China's Hubei Province, March 12, 2024. A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. The plants, including 1,000 Myricaria laxiflora and 2,000 Plantago fengdouensis, are endemic to the Yangtze River and have been reintroduced into their historical distribution areas through artificial breeding efforts. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

(240312) -- ZIGUI, March 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students water Myricaria laxiflora in Guojiaba Township of Zigui County, central China's Hubei Province, March 12, 2024. A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. The plants, including 1,000 Myricaria laxiflora and 2,000 Plantago fengdouensis, are endemic to the Yangtze River and have been reintroduced into their historical distribution areas through artificial breeding efforts. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

(240312) -- ZIGUI, March 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students keep records of Myricaria laxiflora in Guojiaba Township of Zigui County, central China's Hubei Province, March 12, 2024. A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. The plants, including 1,000 Myricaria laxiflora and 2,000 Plantago fengdouensis, are endemic to the Yangtze River and have been reintroduced into their historical distribution areas through artificial breeding efforts. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

CHINA-HUBEI-ENDANGERED PLANTS-THREE GORGES RESERVOIR AREA (CN)

(240312) -- ZIGUI, March 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students plant Plantago fengdouensis in Guojiaba Township of Zigui County, central China's Hubei Province, March 12, 2024. A total of 3,000 artificially bred rare and endangered plants were reintroduced into the wild in the Three Gorges Reservoir area in central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. The plants, including 1,000 Myricaria laxiflora and 2,000 Plantago fengdouensis, are endemic to the Yangtze River and have been reintroduced into their historical distribution areas through artificial breeding efforts. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dr. Luo Jun collects spotted seal dung samples at Dalian Sunasia seal breeding base in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 28, 2024. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back to the ocea

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Feb. 28, 2024 shows a spotted seal pup born in 2024 at Dalian Sunasia seal breeding base in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back t

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dr. Luo Jun puts nutrition substance into food for spotted seals at Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 28, 2024. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pu

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Feb. 28, 2024 shows a spotted seal pup born in 2024 at Dalian Sunasia seal breeding base in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back t

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dr. Luo Jun tests sea water samples at Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 28, 2024. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back to the ocean, I

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Feb. 28, 2024 shows spotted seals at Dalian Sunasia seal breeding base in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back to the ocean, I fee

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dr. Luo Jun collects water samples at Dalian Sunasia seal breeding base in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 28, 2024. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back to the ocean, I feel re

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dr. Luo Jun prepares food for spotted seals at Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 28, 2024. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back to the o

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dr. Luo Jun (R) feeds a spotted seal at Dalian Sunasia seal breeding base in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 28, 2024. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back to the ocean, I feel

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dr. Luo Jun tests sea water samples at Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 28, 2024. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back to the ocean, I

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-DALIAN-SPOTTED SEAL-BREEDING (CN)

(240301) -- DALIAN, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Feb. 28, 2024 shows a spotted seal pup born in 2024 at Dalian Sunasia seal breeding base in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province. Between November and March in the coming year is the breeding season for spotted seals, and it is also the busiest time for Dr. Luo Jun's team at the Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute. "Every year, our institute breeds around 10 spotted seal pups," says Dr. Luo. During this period, Dr. Luo and his team members will test the dung for both seal mothers and pups, examine water samples, record the growth of the seals and prepare customized food when necessary. The Dalian Sunasia Marine Biology Institute, where Dr. Luo works, also serves as a provincial aquatic wildlife rescue center which accommodates rescued wild spotted seal pups. In mid-April this year, the Institute plans to release some of the rescued wild pups and artificially bred pups back into the sea. "As I watch these pups swim back t