Central inspection report says pollution and illegal activity causing serious damage to the two lakes connecting to the Yangtze, Asia's longest river Departments concerned admonished for not fully ...

This vast river – the biggest in Asia and third longest in the world – is also hugely important because of the variety of animals and plants living in or around it. But that wildlife has been ...

One of Asia's busiest waterways needs help to restore smooth sailing and boost regional economies, experts say China's ...

"Alarming" levels of microplastic have been found in major rivers across Europe according to scientists in 14 studies ...

Thanks to sustained conservation efforts, sightings of finless porpoises along the Yangtze river have grown increasingly ...

More information: Peng Yang et al, Wetland and habitat dynamics in the evolving landscape of the Middle Yangtze River Basin, Journal of Geographical Sciences (2025). DOI: 10.1007/s11442-025-2314-7 ...

Heavy shipping traffic, overfishing, and water pollution have also plagued Yangtze River waters and taken a heavy toll on these aquatic behemoths. The species is highly sensitive to increased ...

The Yangtze river’s finless porpoise is one of the very few porpoises (relatives of dolphins and whales) that live in fresh water. Its small size and cute 'smile' make it much loved in China and ...