“ Adhering to the principles of ecology first and green development, the state strives to optimize the wetland conservation system, improve policy support and the scientific and technological support mechanism for wetland conservation, ensure the ecological functions and sustainable utilization of wetlands, and coordinate ecological, social and economic benefits. ”

“ When the people's governments at or above the county level organize wetland conservation and restoration, they shall take into full consideration the endowment and carrying capacity of local water resources, rationally allocate water resources, ensure basic water use for wetlands and maintain the ecological functions of wetlands. ”

“ All entities and individuals have the duty of wetland conservation, and are entitled to file reports or complaints against acts detrimental to wetlands. The organs that receive the reports or complaints shall handle them in a timely manner and protect the lawful rights and interests of those who file such reports and complaints in accordance with the law. ”

“ Primary-level people's organizations for self-governance, social organizations and volunteers shall be encouraged to launch awareness campaigns on wetland conservation related laws, regulations, and appropriate knowledge to create an enabling environment for wetland conservation. ”

“ Occupation of wetlands of national importance is prohibited, except for major national projects, disaster prevention and mitigation projects, projects of important water conservancy and protection facilities, or wetland conservation projects, etc. ”

“ The news media shall launch nonprofit awareness campaigns on laws and regulations concerning wetland conservation and appropriate knowledge, and exercise public oversight over the acts detrimental to wetlands. ”

“ It is prohibited to engage in activities that endanger the survival or reproduction of waterbirds, such as fishing, digging and trapping benthic organisms, picking up bird eggs or destroying bird nests in protected areas or other important habitats for waterbird protection. Bird watching, relevant scientific research and science education activities shall be carried out at a safe distance to avoid affecting the normal foraging or breeding of birds. ”

“ The unlawful proceeds shall be confiscated and a fine of not less than RMB 1,000 yuan but not more than RMB 10,000 yuan per square meter shall be imposed for the damaged area of the wetlands. Those who damage trees shall be ordered to replant trees and shall ensure the number of surviving replanted trees is not less than one time but not more than three times the number of damaged trees. ”