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Lake Khanka Asia Last Updated: 01/01/2025 |
| Lake Khanka (also known as Lake Xingkai) is a transboundary freshwater lake located on the border between Russia and China. It is the largest freshwater lake in the Russian Far East (Primorsky Krai) and the Heilongjiang Province of China. | |
| - Surface Area: Approximately 4,190 square kilometers (1,620 square miles), with about 3,030 km² (72%) in Russia and the remainder in China. Average Depth: Around 4 meters (13 feet). Maximum Depth: Approximately 10.6 meters (35 feet). - The lake is fed by over 20 rivers, with the Songacha River being its primary outflow, which eventually drains into the Ussuri River, a tributary of the Amur River. It is a shallow lake with seasonal variations in its water level. - Lake Khanka is a vital ecological area, recognized as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. It is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including over 300 species of birds, many of which are migratory, such as the red-crowned crane. Fish species in the lake include carp, catfish, and various other freshwater species. | |
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