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The Great Cormorants of Gaoligong don new breeding plumage, showcasing elegant charm

Visitors passing through Gaoligong will notice that the cormorants here have "grown white hair"! This white feathering is their distinctive breeding plumage, especially striking under the winter sun. Paired with their emerald green eyes, they look like mysterious and elegant nobles of the water. The cormorant, scientifically known as the "Great Cormorant," is anything but ordinary. These large fish-eating birds are agile underwater hunters, capable of swift dives. Their hooked beaks are perfect fishing tools, gripping fish tightly without letting go. During the breeding season, not only do their head feathers turn white, but their faces also take on a faint reddish hue, though their temperament becomes more sensitive. Visitors can observe the fascinating scene of cormorants building nests. Caretakers prepare nesting materials, but the cormorants also gather materials themselves, making multiple trips to build their loving nests, evoking the warmth of life’s creation. Come to Gaoligong to see these cormorants in their breeding season, experience their unique charm, witness the wonderful process of life’s beginning, and create special memories!
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Posted: Dec 10, 2025
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