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The area of the Yellow River Wetland Park in Yinchuan, capital of Ningxia Hui autonomous region, was once a place local people avoided: raw sewage (未经处理的污水) caused awful smells and almost no grass could grow on the land. Now, the park has not only become a popular destination for locals to take a walk, but also a habitat frequented by migratory birds.
As secretary general of Ningxia’s bird observation association, Li Zhijun witnessed the huge changes at the park. According to him, the Yinchuan wetland park, together with other wetland areas along the Yellow River in Ningxia, has become a famous spot for bird photographers. More habitats for migratory birds are appearing as the environment improves.
The Yinchuan wetland park mirrors China’s achievements in wetland protection. On Nov. 10, seven Chinese cities were awarded “international wetland cities”. So far, there are 13 wetland cities in China, showing a great variety of patterns and styles.
For example, Wuhan, the capital city of Hubei province, is known as a “city of a hundred lakes”. The city has five large wetland reserves, where tens of thousands of birds come to stay in wintertime.
Liangping district in Chongqing, however, is totally different from natural wetland. It is more closely tied to human activity. People built small wetlands in rural areas. What’s more, they have combined these wetlands with organic farms, homestays, and healthcare centers, contributing to an income increase of 52,000 yuan per household.
Panjin in Liaoning province is another amazing wetland city. In the past, the city has long suffered from environmental problems caused by oil production. But now in the coastal wetlands, seagrass turns a breathtaking red every autumn, creating beautiful “red beaches”.
【语篇解读】 中国新晋“国际湿地城市”各具特色。
1.Why is the Yinchuan wetland park mentioned in the passage?
A. To share a spot for bird watching lovers.
B. To attract more bird photographers.
C. To d