Baiji Dolphin Conservation Center

Baiji Dolphin Conservation Center

The Tongling Baiji Dolphin Conservation Center is the world's first facility to conduct off-site conservation of the baiji dolphin in semi-natural conditions. It is located on the Jia River between Heyue Islet and Tieban Islet in Datong Town, Tongling City, Anhui Province. The Jia River stretches 1,620 meters in length and 220 meters in width. The islets are lined with willows, under a light clouded sky and gentle breeze; on the river, waterfowl play among the waves, while the tree shadows on the banks dance gracefully. With its beautiful water and pleasant scenery, it provides an ideal habitat for the conservation of baiji dolphins.

The Tongling Baiji Dolphin Conservation Center was established in September 1985, covering an area of 409 mu. The protected area extends from Sanjiangkou in Zongyang County to Digang Town in Fanchang County, spanning 110 kilometers of the Yangtze River. This protected zone mainly safeguards first and second-class nationally protected animals in the Yangtze River basin, such as the baiji dolphin, Chinese sturgeon, finless porpoise, and Chinese high-fin banded shark. On June 24, 2003, the State Environmental Protection Administration approved the establishment of this area as the National Environmental Protection Key Yangtze River Aquatic Wildlife Conservation Center, with the protected waters covering the entire 800-li stretch of the Wanjiang River. It also serves as a teaching and research base for life sciences at Anhui University, a youth science education base, and a national AA-level tourist attraction. With its high technological content, strong educational and entertaining value—especially the lively and interesting "aquarium," the diverse exhibits in the "specimen hall," the world-renowned "baiji dolphin," and the adorable "finless porpoise"—it offers visitors a great destination for sightseeing, leisure, and recreation.

Address: On the Jia River between Heyue Islet and Tieban Islet in Datong Town, Tongling City

Type: Museum/Exhibition Hall

Recommended Visiting Time: 1–2 hours

Opening Hours:

8:00-17:00

Ticket Information:

Gate Price: 20.0 RMB