Lake natron

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The super-salty, alkaline lake can kill most animals and then turn them to stone. But it's home to millions of Lesser Flamingos, which breed and feed there.

A highly alkaline lake in Africa turns animals into calcified stone statues-- Lake Natron in northern Tanzania is one of the harshest environments on Earth. Temperatures in the lake can rise to 140 °F (60 °C) and the alkalinity is between pH 9 and pH 10.5 - created on 2014-02-01 21:52:59

Exploring Lake Natron: Tanzania’s Alkaline Wonder 🦩 Lake Natron, nestled in northern Tanzania, presents an otherworldly landscape famed for its deep red waters and alkaline environment. This remote lake is a breeding ground for the Lesser Flamingo, where thousands flock to the soda lake due to its unique conditions. The stark, haunting beauty of Lake Natron, with the active Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano looming in the background, offers a stark contrast to the typical safari. Adventurous…

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Lake Natron

Lake Natron in North Tanzania is a unique and deadly lake known for its ability to turn wildlife to stone. It is a haven for endangered Lesser Flamingos, but is now under threat from proposed construction projects.