03:57Drone footage captured in China's Zhejiang Province on Thursday reveals a stunning natural phenomenon known as 'tidal trees', which emerge on the mud flats of the Qiantang River.
The branch-like structures appear when tidal seawater washes silt and vegetation from the area. The patterns are often compared to the surface of an alien planet, with its otherworldly appearance relatively rare on the Zhejiang coast.
'Tidal trees' are considered ecologically significant and have been closely studied by researchers. The unique natural phenomenon is most clearly seen in March of each year.
The Qiantang River is also home to the world's largest tidal bore, with huge torrents of water flowing down its funnel-shaped mouth throughout the year.
Nature's masterpiece! Stunning drone footage reveals Qiantang River's unique 'tidal trees'
Drone footage captured in China's Zhejiang Province on Thursday reveals a stunning natural phenomenon known as 'tidal trees', which emerge on the mud flats of the Qiantang River.
The branch-like structures appear when tidal seawater washes silt and vegetation from the area. The patterns are often compared to the surface of an alien planet, with its otherworldly appearance relatively rare on the Zhejiang coast.
'Tidal trees' are considered ecologically significant and have been closely studied by researchers. The unique natural phenomenon is most clearly seen in March of each year.
The Qiantang River is also home to the world's largest tidal bore, with huge torrents of water flowing down its funnel-shaped mouth throughout the year.
Drone footage captured in China's Zhejiang Province on Thursday reveals a stunning natural phenomenon known as 'tidal trees', which emerge on the mud flats of the Qiantang River.
The branch-like structures appear when tidal seawater washes silt and vegetation from the area. The patterns are often compared to the surface of an alien planet, with its otherworldly appearance relatively rare on the Zhejiang coast.
'Tidal trees' are considered ecologically significant and have been closely studied by researchers. The unique natural phenomenon is most clearly seen in March of each year.
The Qiantang River is also home to the world's largest tidal bore, with huge torrents of water flowing down its funnel-shaped mouth throughout the year.