The Liujiang River Basin in China faces a serious problem with toxic metals. These metals, which are harmful to both the environment and human health, come from various sources. The main culprits are industries, agriculture, and mining. These activities release metals like cadmium, lead, zinc, coppe
Imagine biting into a crispy fillet, savoring the taste of fresh fish. But did you know that your meal might be hiding more than just flavor? Fish from the upper reaches of the Pearl River Basin are being tested for dangerous metals, and the results are eye-opening. Seven types of fish were
Imagine you're living along the Yellow River in China. How much do you think the river and its surroundings help your daily life? This study explored how well the river basin's ecosystem services match what locals think. Ecosystem services, or ESs, are the goodies nature provides, like clean water,
To accompany the digital interactive, the October issue of National Geographic magazine is dedicated to the project. A documentary premiering on Nat Geo on October 10th and arriving on Disney+ and Hulu the following day will also showcase the expedition. A YouTube Originals series launches on Septem
