Travel with Taiwan (Single Postcard) - Fiddler Crab

/ Product Features / 1. Each postcard includes a brief introduction to the animal in both Chinese and English on the back. 2. Each postcard has a world map on the back, with "Taiwan Here" marking its location. / Product Description and Story / 1. Showcasing the Beauty of Traditional Chinese Characters This design highlights the beauty and versatility of traditional Chinese characters. Using the characters for "Taiwan" (a registered trademark of the "Taiwan Island Pictogram"), we visually "draw" the island of Taiwan. The arrangement of strokes delineates the central mountain range and western plains of Taiwan's topography. The two "糸" radicals in the character "灣" intentionally have six missing dots, representing the six outlying islands of Taiwan: Penghu, Kinmen, Matsu, Xiaoliuqiu, Green Island, and Orchid Island. This island-shaped character then inspires the design of six representative animals from Taiwan: the butterfly, the fiddler crab, the green sea turtle, the Formosan black bear, the black-faced spoonbill, and the Taiwan scops owl. 2. The Diversity of Taiwan's Wildlife Despite its small size of approximately 36,000 square kilometers, which is barely visible on a world map, Taiwan boasts a rich array of biodiversity due to: The collision of the Eurasian and Philippine tectonic plates, creating the high mountains in the island's center. Its geographical location crossed by the Tropic of Cancer. Its surrounding marine environment, influenced by the Kuroshio and Taiwan Warm Currents. These factors contribute to Taiwan's astonishing natural environment and resources, making it a treasure trove of biodiversity. This is a unique natural characteristic that few islands (or nations) can rival. Therefore, we utilize the concept of "puzzle pieces" – "six postcards, one island of Taiwan" – to emphasize Taiwan's diverse and abundant natural resources. Each animal postcard is designed with its location on the island corresponding to its habitat. For example, the black-faced spoonbill is associated with Tainan, the Formosan black bear with the Yushan area, the Taiwan scops owl with Orchid Island, the green sea turtle with Penghu, butterflies are found throughout the island, and fiddler crabs inhabit the western coastal areas both north and south. 3. Concept and Spirit Each postcard features bilingual descriptions of the animal's characteristics and its location marked on a world map. If you're unsure where to begin when sharing Taiwan's wonders, let these six postcards guide you. They empower you to proudly introduce "Formosa" – Taiwan. / Dimensions / Each postcard measures 14.7cm in width and 10.3cm in height. / Material / 300gsm cardstock, with a glossy finish on the Taiwan island pictogram. / Usage and Care / An ideal gift for personal collection or sharing with international friends. / Origin / Taichung City, Taiwan