Lake Chakumiri
| Lake Chakumiri | |
|---|---|
 View of the lake from the town of San Castellino | |
| Location | Pecario |
| Type | Lake |
| Basin countries | Pecario |
| Max. length | 115 mi (185 km) |
| Max. width | 40 mi (64 km) |
| Surface area | 3,000 sq mi (7,800 km2) |
| Average depth | 350 ft (110 m) |
| Max. depth | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Water volume | 205 cu mi (850 km3) |
| Residence time | 1,250 years |
| Islands | 27 |
| Settlements | San Castellino , Alzilejos |
Lake Chakumiri, ( Iberic: Lago Chakumiri; Quepec: Chacumiri Gola) is a large freshwater lake in Pecario. Spanning approximately 185kms in length, and 64kms in width, it has a surface area of 7,800km2. It is the largest lake in Pecario and within Mesothalassa.
Name
The Lake Chakumiri derives its name from the Quepec language. In Quepec, "Chaku" refers to the traditional process of fishing, while "Miri" means "to watch" or "to observe". Thus, the name "Chakumiri" can be interpreted as "the place where one observes the fishing hunt".
Overview
The lake separates into two distinct geographical areas : In the North, the landscape is rather subtropical and arid. This is where the majority of the population around the lake lives. In the South, the landscape is more green with dominating mountain peaks. The Velluzo National Park is located in the southern part of the lake. Since 2015, a luxurious resort has been built on the northern shores of the lake, prompting complaints from environmental organizations, however, the Pecarian government has assured compliance with environmental standards.
Ecology
The lake is home to a large concentration of reeds. Forests of eucalyptus, willows, and pine trees can also be observed. The fauna of the lagoon is primarily composed of species such as rainbow trout and carp. The variety of birds includes grebes, cormorants, ducks, white herons, grebes, teal, coots, hummingbirds, sea swallows, and blackbirds. There are also amphibians that bring life to the lake and its surroundings, including the pecarian great toad but due to increasing pollution, its population has drastically declined and is now endangered.
Gallery
View of the southernmost part of the lake
View of the lake from the Paradisio resort
Panorama of the North of the Lake from Isla Azul
View of the lake and isla marrón
