Further reading
- The rainy season in Aneho — the Blue Lake changes face during the wet season
- Lagoon, coast and ecosystems of Aneho — all the region's natural spaces
- The sacred forest of Be-Glidji — another Guin natural sanctuary, a few kilometers away
Biodiversity of the Blue Lake
The Blue Lake is not only a place of legend: it is an ecosystem of unsuspected richness. Its calm waters and enclosed situation between coconut grove and lagoon make it a refuge for numerous species.
Fauna and flora
- Birds: kingfishers, egrets, grey herons nest in the surrounding trees
- Fish: tilapia and carp populate the waters, though fishing is limited out of respect for the site's sacred character
- Aquatic flora: water lilies and water hyacinths partially cover the surface during the rainy season
- Coconut trees: the grove surrounding the lake creates a cool microclimate ideal for walking
Threats and preservation
Several factors threaten the lake's balance:
- Sand extraction for construction, which modifies the lake's depth
- Plastic waste carried by the lagoon during floods
- Increasing tourism without a regulatory framework
Faced with these challenges, local communities have initiated a monthly bank cleanup program, supported by local associations. A project to classify the site as a protected natural area is under study by the Lacs 1 municipality.
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