Additionally, the waters of this lake are highly alkaline , making swimming impossible for both humans and animals. This is why it is not uncommon to find charred animals on the shores of Lake Natron.
Only lesser flamingos, one species of fish and some algae live in this extraordinary environment. Indeed, they are the only living species that survive when in contact with Lake Natron. As its name suggests, this lake is loaded with Natron, a mineral very close to salt. It is therefore one of the few salt lakes on Earth. As for the Dead Sea, the water is evacuated only by evaporation. Tanzania being a country with very high temperatures, the lake dries up during the hottest season. It is during this period that salt-hungry microorganisms develop and give the lake its red color. Lake Natron is at first glance the calmest lake on the African continent. With an area of 1,040 km² for only three meters deep, the color of this lake amazes every curious person who comes to contemplate it. But sometimes appearances are deceiving. Indeed, this lake is both one of the most beautiful found on our planet, but also one of the most dangerous. Zoom in on this incredible natural site that is unlike any other.
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