Lagune de Ghar el Melh et Delta de la Mejerda

Lagune de Ghar el Melh et Delta de la Mejerda

Country:
Tunisia
Site number:
1706
Area:
10,168.0 ha
Designation date:
07-11-2007
Coordinates:
37°06'N 10°10'59"E

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Lagune de Ghar el Melh et Delta de la Mejerda. 07/11/07; Bizerte, Ariana; 10,168 ha; 37°06'N 010°11'E. An ancient sea bay now almost totally laden with sediments, this complex and dynamic wetland includes the delta of the most important river in the north of the country, a lagoon rich in fish species, and several secondary lagoons and floodplains. During the past 50 years the site has seen many changes, from water diversion for human uses to the building of a series of barrages to reduce the risk of floods. Migratory fish use the site for feeding, especially during the winter period before reaching the sea. Artisanal fishing is practised by the local population. Ramsar site No. 1706. Most recent RIS information: 2007.
Administrative region: Bizerte
Last publication date: 07-11-2007
Ramsar Information Sheet (RIS)