Red wetlands paint vivid autumn scene in Dongying

Dongying's Yellow River estuary has taken on a vibrant crimson hue as autumn arrives, with seepweed covering vast stretches of its tidal wetlands.

A wind turbine rises above the crimson wetlands and waterways of the Yellow River estuary.

The red vegetation stretches along the waterways and toward the horizon, creating a striking coastal landscape. Birds fly over the marshes as fishing boats move through the waters.

Crimson seepweed covers the tidal flats of the Yellow River estuary, creating a vivid autumn landscape. [Photo/IC photo]

The seasonal spectacle highlights the estuary's rich biodiversity and unique natural beauty, while reflecting the progress made in protecting and restoring Dongying's coastal wetlands.

(chinadaily.com.cn)