Diawling National Park
The Diawling National Park lies in south west Mauritania around the Senegal River delta. During the rainy season, much of the park consists of large lakes. It is known for having over 220 species of identified birds, including pelicans, black storks, and flamingos, and also for its fish.
| Diawling National Park | |
|---|---|
IUCN category II (national park) | |
| Location | Mauritania |
| Coordinates | 16°22′N 16°23′W |
| Area | 15,600 hectares (39,000 acres) |
Ramsar Wetland | |
| Official name | Parc National du Diawling |
| Designated | 23 August 1994 |
| Reference no. | 666 |
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