The stream section between Shek Mun Kap (石門甲) and Shek Lau Po (石榴埔)
of theTung Chung Stream supports at least seven species of native fishes, which
are of high conservation value.
Rare Fish found in Tung Chung River
In 2003, the affected section of Tung Chung River was dominated by sandy
substrate. The stream bank on the side between the stream and Tung Chung
Road was highly unstable, which were mainly formed by loosely placed cobbles,
with all the riparian vegetation removed. Such environment provides no refuges
for stream organisms, including fishes, particularly during the period of high
water flow after heavy rains. The small sized substrate particles (sand and cobbles)
would also be easily carried downstream during high stream flow, directly
affecting the downstream Drainage Service Department channelized section
of Tung Chung Stream.
The destroyed River section downstream of Shek Mun Kap.
Natural undisturbed section upstream of Shek Mun Kap.
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