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Mandarin Duck Island returns, Taihu Fairy Island welcomes the first batch of "love birds"

This autumn, the first batch of "love birds"—mandarin ducks—have arrived at the Taihu Fairy Island Scenic Area, adding romance and vitality to the autumn scenery of Jiangnan. On the lake surface where the thin mist has just dispersed, they appear in pairs, leisurely playing in the water, dressed in colorful plumage, like spirits from a poetic painting. Mandarin ducks, also known as "Chinese official ducks," are famous ornamental birds often regarded as symbols of love, depicted on ceramics, lacquerware, and textiles. Early morning and dusk are the best times to observe and photograph mandarin ducks. Visitors can come to Taihu Fairy Island Scenic Area during these times to encounter these "love birds" and experience their poetic charm and romance. Mandarin ducks are quite particular about their living environment and serve as walking "environmental monitors." Their arrival signifies that this body of water has received the most authoritative certification. In 2024, citizens accidentally discovered hundreds of wild mandarin ducks around the Taihu Eighteen Bays area, creating a spectacular scene. This weekend, why not visit Taihu Fairy Island to have an unexpected encounter with these "love birds" and capture beautiful moments with your camera. Remember to observe the birds respectfully!
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Posted: Oct 23, 2025
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