The Caohai National Nature Reserve in Guizhou province has once again become a winter sanctuary for the endangered black-necked cranes. Photographers recently documented these majestic birds foraging along the lakeshore, marking their seasonal return to the region. Since November 11, the reserve has welcomed the first arrivals of this year’s migratory flock. By November 16, the reserve’s management committee reported a total of 114 black-necked cranes in the Caohai area. This annual migration highlights the ecological significance of Caohai as a critical habitat for these rare birds. The reserve’s efforts in conservation and habitat preservation continue to play a vital role in supporting the survival of this species, which is classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss and environmental changes.