Chinese netizens are “buzzing” after seeing pictures of a stunning bird that appeared in Fujian, with many calling it the legendary White Phoenix.
Recently, a tourist hiking in Zhangzhou, Fujian, China, unexpectedly spotted a beautiful white bird that closely resembled the common depiction of a phoenix soaring gracefully through the valley.
Worried that no one would believe he had truly encountered the “legendary White Phoenix“, the tourist quickly took out his mobile phone to capture the moment and shared it on social media. The images instantly sent netizens into a “buzzing frenzy“, leading to a flurry of comments and speculations.
In the photographs shared by the tourist, the white bird can be seen with an elegant long tail, gliding through the air with its stunning, ethereal wings. Each flap of its wings is graceful and bold, displaying a mesmerizing and enchanting flight.
Chinese netizens excited by the information about the legendary White Phoenix.
“So this is the prototype of the phoenix,” “Is it really the White Phoenix? I thought it was just a legend,” “So beautiful, I thought phoenixes only existed in mythology, but they are real, looking like a fairy”… are some of the enthusiastic comments from netizens.
The incident caused such a stir that scientists also got involved to provide explanations. A wildlife expert stated that the “White Phoenix” shown in these photos is actually a white pheasant, a rare species protected under the second level of the “National Key Protected Wildlife List” in China. This species typically inhabits evergreen broadleaf forests in subtropical areas, at elevations below 2,000 meters above sea level.
The white pheasant is known for its graceful appearance and is often referred to as the “forest fairy.” It has been a prized ornamental bird since ancient times. The poet Li Bai once wrote a five-character poem expressing his admiration for this surreal and beautiful bird.
