Autumn Exclusive! Taihu Birdwatching Guide is here to meet the flying feather spirits near your doorstep

Autumn Exclusive! Encounter the beautiful poetry of flying feathers right at your doorstep~
The newly discovered hidden birdwatching spot at Taihu is absolutely amazing!

📍Best spot for birdwatching: Dongshan, Suzhou · Yuhua Shengjing Lakeside Wetland Area
(Specific address: East lakeshore of Yuhua Shengjing Scenic Area, Dongshan Town, Wuzhong District, Suzhou)

🌟Reasons to visit:
-Few people, beautiful scenery! A natural habitat away from the urban hustle and bustle
-Limited to the migratory bird southbound season! Hundreds of rare bird species gather here
-Free check-in! Parking & birdwatching are completely free

📸What you can see:
06:30 Arriving on site was breathtaking! The lake in the morning mist looks like a fairyland✨
6:40 Adorable little grebes gather in groups, this fluffy head is just too cute🐤
7:15 The elegant egret squad takes off, their snowy white wings are stunning🦢
7:45 Encountered the rare crested buttonquail! The little crest on its head is so distinctive🐦‍⬛

📝Tested tips:
🕰️Best times:
05:30-08:00 (golden hours around sunrise)
16:00-18:00 (the sunset light is super gentle)

🎒Gear checklist:
▫️Professional: Telephoto lens (recommended 200mm+)
▫️Beginner: Binoculars
▫️Essentials: Mosquito repellent + sun hat
▫️Outfit: Earth tones recommended for better camouflage

🚗Transportation guide:
【Self-drive】Navigate to "Yuhua Shengjing Parking Lot" → 10-minute walk to the birdwatching spot
【Bus】Take bus 502 to "Dongshan Hotel" stop → 15-minute lakeside walk

🌿Birdwatching etiquette:
🔇Speak softly and do not disturb
🚯Take your trash with you
📸Keep a polite distance of over 5 meters

This autumn, come to the shores of Taihu to listen to the songs of migratory birds~ Save this pure beauty in your photo album to heal your whole winter💛

ps. There’s also a super beautiful reed marsh nearby that you can check out on the way!

Post by William McGregor16 | Oct 19, 2025

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