On December 25, flocks of gray cranes alighted and soared gracefully above the Yellow River wetlands in Lankao, weaving a vibrant winter tapestry.

12月25日，在兰考黄河湿地，成群灰鹤或翩跹栖息，或振翅翱翔，构成一幅灵动的冬日生态画卷。

Beyond the celebrated gray cranes, the wetlands are also home to first-class nationally protected species such as the great bustard and black stork, as well as second-class protected species including swans and white-faced spoonbills, making it a true haven for migratory birds.

除了“网红”灰鹤，这里还有国家一级重点保护鸟类大鸨、黑鹳，以及国家二级重点保护鸟类白天鹅、白琵鹭，成为名副其实的候鸟乐园。

Bar-headed geese, herons, cormorants, and more - wave upon wave of birds soar and swirl over the Yellow River, composing a winter ecological symphony life! They are expected to head north gradually in late March through early April next year.

鸿雁、苍鹭、鸬鹚……“鸟浪”翻飞，奏响黄河冬日生态交响曲！预计明年3月下旬至4月上旬，它们将陆续启程北飞。（通讯员：张飞 编译：杨佳欣 审校：陈行洁 赵汉青）

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