A rare sighting of the red-bellied paradise flycatcher in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, captivated onlookers on June 30, 2025. The bird was observed gliding low over the water’s surface, its wings forming a graceful arc as it deftly caught insects in midair. With its long, silk-like tail streaming behind, the silhouette against the shimmering water bore a striking resemblance to the legendary phoenix—an enduring symbol of good fortune in Chinese culture.
