Black swan 'visits' Nanming River

On Feb 27, a graceful black swan was spotted gliding freely on the surface of the Nanming River in Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, drawing the attention of passersby.  

A black swan leisurely glides through Nanming River. [Photo/Guiyang news network]

In recent years, Guiyang has focused on blending environmental conservation with urban development in the Nanming River basin. Through a series of protective regulations and ecological compensation measures, the city has established a long-term monitoring system that benefits both the environment and residents' well-being.  

Today, the banks of Nanming River boast clear waters and blue skies, with schools of fish swimming through the river. The appearance of the black swan, an ecological indicator species, serves as a powerful symbol of the significant improvements in Guiyang's environment.