Ichkeul
- States
- Tunisia
- Category
- Natural
- Year
- 1980
- Location
- Bizerta District, 25 km southwest of Bizerta
- Region
- Arab States
- Coordinates
- 37.16361, 9.67472
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 8
- WH Site
- 8
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Ichkeul National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Tunisia, is a vital wetland ecosystem renowned for its rich biodiversity. It serves as a critical wintering ground for hundreds of thousands of migratory birds, including rare species like the white-headed duck and ferruginous duck. The park’s unique combination of lake, marshes, and surrounding hills supports a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an ecological treasure. Its significance as a natural haven has earned it international recognition and protection.
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• Ichkeul