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Choghakhor Lagoon

Choghakhor lagoon

Choghakhor lagoon is located in the eastern part of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province in Borujen city.

With an area of 2300 km, this international protected wetland is located at an altitude of 2100 meters in the Central Zagros at the hillside of Mount Kelar. With the depth of less than 3 meters; Choghakhor lagoon water is supplied from springs such as Sibak, Zordegan, Tang-e Siah, etc. The unique characteristics of the lagoon have led to the growth of various plant and animal species such as rare and beautiful fish and birds in this place. Being one of the 105 most important wetlands in the country for waterfowls, this lagoon is one of the most important bird watching areas in Iran. Among the birds of Choghakhor International Lagoon, we can mention species such as anchovies, flamingos, geese, ducks, white storks, and large white-headed gulls; in addition, species such as heron, Swan, Cormorant, etc. are also living in this lagoon. The presence of these birds has attracted bird watching enthusiasts to this area; this lagoon is also the habitat of animals such as foxes, hogs, jackals, rabbits, wolves, otters, water turtles, beetles, etc. Among the fish that live in this lagoon, we can name zebrafish, gambusia, phytophagous, bighead, red fish, etc.

Choghakhor lagoon is located in the mountainous region of Iran, but the vegetation of the wetland along with its surrounding area are affected by the hydrological system of the wetland, so it has aquatic and wetland plants. In general, Choghakhor lagoon is one of the most beautiful wetlands in Iran; having numerous plant species, rare beautiful birds and picturesque landscape have made this lagoon one of the most eye-catching attractions in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province.

Tags: Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province, Choghakhor lagoon, lagoons in Iran, Iran Natural Attractions, Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Attractions

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