Enriquillo Lake

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:lake
gptkbp:area approximately 250 square kilometers
gptkbp:biodiversity supports unique ecosystems
gptkbp:climate tropical savanna climate
gptkbp:climate_impact influences local weather patterns
gptkbp:cultural_events celebrated by local festivals
gptkbp:cultural_significance to local communities
gptkbp:dam_type saline water
gptkbp:depth varies significantly
gptkbp:elevation approximately 44 meters below sea level
gptkbp:environmental_concerns gptkb:invasive_species
habitat loss
gptkbp:fishing_regulations supports local economy
gptkbp:flora mangroves and wetlands
gptkbp:geographical_feature part of the Hispaniola island
gptkbp:geological_features saline lake
gptkbp:historical_event flooding in the 20th century
gptkbp:historical_significance site of archaeological findings
gptkbp:historical_use for salt extraction
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Enriquillo Lake
gptkbp:is_affected_by climate change
gptkbp:is_connected_to Lake Azuey
Río Artibonito
gptkbp:is_explored_in explored by early European settlers
gptkbp:is_home_to crocodiles
various species of fish
gptkbp:is_surrounded_by Haitian border
gptkbp:land_use agriculture in surrounding areas
gptkbp:landscape gptkb:Sierra_de_Neiba
gptkbp:local_economy dependent on fishing and tourism
gptkbp:local_government involved in conservation efforts
gptkbp:local_legends associated with indigenous folklore
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Dominican_Republic
gptkbp:notable_event droughts affecting water levels
gptkbp:notable_for being the largest lake in the Caribbean
being the lowest point in the Caribbean
gptkbp:notable_species gptkb:American_crocodile
various fish species
gptkbp:part_of Enriquillo Valley
gptkbp:research important for hydrology studies
conducted on its ecosystem
gptkbp:research_interest for scientists studying climate impact
gptkbp:surrounding_area includes the town of Neiba
gptkbp:title gptkb:Lake_Enriquillo
gptkbp:tourist_attraction for birdwatching
gptkbp:water_management subject to conservation efforts
fluctuates seasonally
gptkbp:water_quality varies due to evaporation
gptkbp:water_source Rivers from the Sierra de Neiba
gptkbp:wildlife includes migratory birds
supports diverse fauna.
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo_Biosphere_Reserve
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8