The spirit of nature: a symphony of life

Photo exhibition displays colorful and diverse ecosystems in all their glory

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, cradled by the Nanling Mountains and facing the South China Sea, boasts a topography that creates a diverse ecosystem. This region is recognized as one of the world's biodiversity hot spots, home to stunning natural landscapes, a breathtaking array of wildlife, and a plethora of mysterious and extraordinary plants and animals.

To allow the public to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the region's wildlife, Dynamic Bay Area: Biodiversity Photography Exhibition was held in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, this month, a display of more than 80 photos by photographers, conservationists and academics from the area.

Under the guidance of the Guangdong provincial government's information office and organized by the Nanfang Media Group and the Guangdong Photojournalists Society, the event sought to plant a seed, to make more people aware of nature and care for the planet, Yang Mingsen, chief expert at the All-China Environment Federation, said at the opening ceremony on March 12.

Deng Hong, deputy director of the provincial government's information office, said the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area not only has a vibrant innovation ecosystem but also is home to rich biodiversity.