Nature observation festival held in Beijing

Teams participating in a scientific activity pose for a photo at the opening ceremony of a nature observation festival in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 26, 2019. The nature observation festival kicked off in Beijing Haidian Park on Saturday. About 16 participating teams will choose observation sites in Beijing, and record species information of flora and fauna to provide data that could be used for biodiversity research and protection. The festival also consists of other activities aiming at improving residents' awareness of ecological protection. (Xinhua/Tao Xiyi)