Tao Tao, world's first captive-bred Yangtze finless porpoise. 

The 33rd session of the Standing Committee of the Wuhan Municipal People's Congress passed a decision on designating the Yangtze finless porpoise as the city's official mascot, on April 8, 2026.

Known as "smiling angel", this national first-class protected wild animal has become a stable presence in the Yangtze River in Wuhan, thanks to the notable success of the Yangtze River conservation and the 10-year fishing ban. The species is deeply beloved by local residents. 

Editor: Zong Xia