Race is on to protect Three Gorges flora

Xiang Xiufa, a former fish farmer, is racing against time to protect rare and endangered plants in the vicinity of the Three Gorges reservoir.

The 44-year-old has already preserved nearly 10,000 rare plants, including 176 species, in his botanical garden. It has been a drain on his time and money but worth it, he said.

"For pride and the good of future generations I cannot give up."