The Jiaozhou Bay wetland, bordering the Hongshiya subdistrict in the Qingdao West Coast New Area, has entered its prime viewing season, offering a spectacular natural display. As the tide recedes, the sprawling patches of seepweed blanket the area in vibrant red, creating a beautiful phenomenon known as the "Red Beach".

These dazzling red "carpets", juxtaposed against the deep brown tidal channels and the rivers flowing into the sea, weave a colorful and ecological masterpiece. On the day, the red beach was an unforgettable sight, with egrets soaring and foraging across the tidal flats, and a few weathered old boats resting quietly, adding a touch of rustic poetry to the scene. Tourists were captivated, fully immersed in this unique, autumn-exclusive landscape.

This natural spectacle is the result of persistent local conservation efforts in recent years. Continuous and enhanced environmental protection has successfully improved the area's ecological health, leading to a visible recovery in biodiversity. The thriving wetland now stands as a testament to the effective balance between coastal development and the preservation of natural beauty.

Several old boats rest quietly, adding a poetic touch to the scene, as a bridge stretches across the beautiful wetland. [Photo/IC]

As the tide retreats, the sprawling seepweed transforms into brilliant red carpets, creating a colorful ecological tapestry with the yellow tidal channels and river inflows. [Photo/IC]

The vibrant red seepweed, tidal channels, and poetic sight of quiet old boats mark the best viewing season in the wetland. [Photo/IC]