Cuihu National Urban Wetland Park

　　The park adheres to the principles of ecological priority and public welfare, with a management focus on conservation and minimal intervention. Through years of artificial restoration and closed-area protection, it has gradually formed a natural wetland landscape reminiscent of the scene depicted in the poem by Nalan Xingde, a renowned Qing Dynasty poet: “Wild hues and lake light merge without divide, / Vast azure skies turn to golden clouds with pride. / Clearly a riverside hamlet in a painting fair, / With sunset glow hung o’er a leisurely yard.” In the future, it aims to develop into a national-level urban wetland park that integrates ecology, science education, culture, and leisure.

　　How many plant species are there in Cuihu Wetland? What animals can be observed?

　　There are 348 species of higher wetland plants from 229 genera in 77 families; 162 species of wild birds from 38 families across 16 orders; 20 species of fish from 9 families in 4 orders; 3 species of amphibians from 2 families in 1 order; and 4 species of reptiles from 2 families in 1 order. Examples include plants such as cattail, sweet flag, thalia, water lily, and lotus; birds such as swan goose, bar-headed goose, mallard, spot-billed duck, little grebe, kingfisher, grey-headed green woodpecker, starling, and greater spotted woodpecker; amphibians such as narrow-mouthed toad and black-spotted frog; and reptiles.

　　What are the visiting guidelines for Cuihu Wetland?

　　Most paths in the park are paved with gravel, so it is recommended to wear flat shoes or sneakers.

　　The wetland has a large water area with many deep sections. Playing or fooling around near water bodies is strictly prohibited.

　　Unauthorized release of animals (release of life) is not allowed within the park.

　　Open flames and smoking are strictly prohibited throughout the park.

　　Source: Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development