Lake Zerrouka

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Lake Zerrouka is a Moroccan lake situated within the boundaries of the Tizguite commune in Ifrane Province, approximately away from Ifrane. The lake is a popular destination for tourists from various Moroccan towns, offering opportunities for recreation and fishing. The lake is divided into two distinct sections, designated as Lake Zerrouka 1 and Lake Zerrouka 2.[1]

The lake is also a habitat for a variety of bird species, both migratory and resident, including Rock dove, Eurasian collared dove, Common sandpiper, Little egret,[2] Grey heron, Gadwall, Common pochard, Great crested grebe.[3] Additionally, Lake Zerrouka is home to a diverse range of fish species, such as carp, common roach, pike, and rainbow trout.[4][5]

Ecological Nature

Lake Zerrouka is situated at an altitude of 1,600 m (5,200 ft) with a maximum depth of 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) and an area of 3.5 ha (8.6 acres).[6]

References

  1. Morocco, Al-Ahdath newspaper; Touhami, Rouchdi (August 16, 2023). “Zarouga in the outskirts of Ifrane. A natural space that gives its visitors the pleasure of rest”. Events.Anfo - Events.Anfo website. Archived from the original on 2023-12-04. Accessed on 2024-05-16.
  2. “Lac Zerouka, Meknès-Tafilalet, Morocco - eBird Hotspot”. ebird.org. April 12, 2024. Archived from the original on 2022-02-02. Accessed on 2024-05-16.
  3. “Lac Zerouka, Meknès-Tafilalet, Morocco - eBird Hotspot”. ebird.org. May 10, 2024. Archived from the original on 2022-02-02. Accessed on 2024-05-16.
  4. Ifrane-Jewel of the Atlas Mediterranean Mountains
  5. Fixed specimens of Ferrissia californica found in Lake Zerrouka (Morocco)
  6. Investigation Ifrane-ecological park

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