Lake Natron derived its name from Natron a compound made with sodium carbonate and baking soda.
Lake Natron is fed by Ewaso Ng’iro River that originated from Central Kenya and other hot springs and the lake doesn’t drain to any river or sea the only way water is let out is through evaporation it’s very shallow but covers 22 kilometers in width and 57 kilometers in length, the depth is about 3 meters only. This Tanzania safari destination is filled with mystery and adventure. During dry season the salinity of the lake dramatically increases. The water temperatures at Lake Natron can reach 41 degrees Celsius. The lake is one of the most alkaline lakes in Africa very rich in minerals the pH of the lake water is said to be 10.5 and can burn animals that are not acquainted with the water. The lake is very rich in soda and salt and a habitat to numerous flamingos.
This is a vital environment for flamingos in addition to local invertebrates, algae, and certain fish who can endure in such saline waters.Lake Natron is a lake situated in the northern region of Tanzania near the great east African rift valley. The Lake can become quite warm, reaching temperatures of 120 degrees Fahrenheit/50 degrees Celsius, and alkaline as ammonia with an alkalinity level with a pH of 9 to 10.5.Īs the high water temperature and the high alkalinity do not support much life, there are not manya very creatures who live by Lake Natron. During drier seasons, the water evaporates, leaving behind minerals and salt, which is typical for this area of Africa due to minimal precipitation. While Lake Natron is not deep at a depth of three meters (ten feet), its width can vary as the water level changes. South of the Kenyan border, this salt lake in the northern region of Tanzania and is generated by the Ewas Ng’iro River as well as hot springs that are plentiful in minerals. Situated in the eastern area of the Great Rift Valley lies Lake Natron.
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