Fishing ban helps Yangtze breathe easier
Ongoing moratorium sees sturgeon thrive as former fishermen discover new paths
China Daily |
Updated: 2026-03-16 08:58
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For the former fishermen, lives have changed for the better. Wang Tianrong, 63, became a potato farmer in 2020 and enjoys a stable income and pensions. "I live a peaceful life now, but I prefer to live by the river and guard it," he said. "I want to witness large fish laying eggs with my own eyes."
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