Lake Oku
Lake Oku is a stunning crater lake located on Mount Oku, a dormant volcano in the Northwest Region of Cameroon. Here’s some information about this beautiful lake:
Books about Lake Oku:
Lake Oku Fun Book: A Fun and Educational Book About Lake Oku
Lake Oku Safety Book: The Essential Lake Safety Guide For Children
Location: Lake Oku sits at an elevation of 2,227 meters (7,306 ft) and is completely surrounded by a lush cloud forest.
Size: The lake is relatively small, with a surface area of approximately 2 square kilometers (600 acres) and an average depth of 32 meters (105 ft).
Habitat: Lake Oku is famous for being the only known habitat of the critically endangered Lake Oku Clawed Frog (Xenopus longipes). This small, fully aquatic frog has adapted to the unique environment of the lake and is not found anywhere else in the world.
Mythology: The lake is shrouded in mystery and holds a special place in the mythology of the local Oku people. Legends say that the lake is bottomless and home to spirits.
Conservation: The surrounding Kilum-Ijim Forest is a protected nature reserve, established to help conserve the unique biodiversity of the region, including Lake Oku and its endangered frog species. There are efforts underway to protect the lake’s habitat and prevent the introduction of fish, which could threaten the survival of the Lake Oku Clawed Frog.
