A large number of migratory birds gather in Luntai County-TIANSHANNET-天山网

In late autumn, Kekeqiao Village in Caohu Township, Luntai County, Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, welcomed a large number of migratory birds. Ruddy shelducks and gray geese gathered and inhabited in the vast Gobi desert, which was very spectacular.

Photo shows a large number of migratory birds come to Kekeqiao Village in Caohu Township, Luntai County, Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Hou Xianwei)

On October 22, 2025, in the Gobi desert of Kekeqiao Village, a large number of migratory birds linger by the shallow water or on the treetops, sometimes strolling on the shallows or rushing into the sky, frolicking leisurely in the tranquility of late autumn. The flocks of birds and the poplar trees and clear water reflected each other, forming a vibrant autumn scene.

In recent years, with the continuous advancement of ecological governance in Luntai County, the area has become an important supply station and habitat for migratory birds on their way south, thanks to its abundant water sources, rich food, and quiet environment. Every late autumn, migratory birds such as ruddy shelducks and grey geese arrive as scheduled, resting and foraging here to store energy for their southward migration.

At present, the number of bird species monitored in Luntai County has increased from 180 five years ago to 230, and the number has increased from less than 50,000 to more than 100,000.

(The Media Convergence Center of Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Reporter: Liu Yushan, Correspondents: Hou Xianwei and Yang Huijie)