Bridges over urbanity: How Shenzhen is making room for nature

Shenzhen has found a practical way to protect biodiversity without pushing nature out of the city. By building ecological trails and wildlife passages, and managing green spaces with care, the city has created “dual trails” — shared routes where people can enjoy nature and wild animals can move safely. These efforts leave enough room for wildlife to live, migrate and thrive alongside humans.

An aerial view of Kunpeng Trail No. 1 Bridge in Shenzhen on April 21. Photos from Xinhua

A view of Kunpeng Trail No. 3 Bridge, with a pedestrian walkway on the left and a wildlife passage on the right.

A wildlife passage on Kunpeng Trail No. 3 Bridge is seen in Shenzhen on April 21.

A view of Kunpeng Trail No. 3 Bridge in Shenzhen on April 21.

A view of Kunpeng Trail No. 2 Bridge in Shenzhen on April 21.