Burundi - Rwihinda, bird lake

In the north of Burundi, on the border with Rwanda, a series of eight lakes offers an impressive natural spectacle: Cohoha, Gacamirindi, Gitamo, Kanzigiri, Mwungere, Narungazi, Rweru and Rwihinda, these lakes are part of the Nile River watershed. Lake Rwihinda, called "Bird Lake", is one of eight lakes. It covers an area of ​​425 ha and is the crossing and hibernation site for migratory birds, about 20 species. These birds come from Europe, arrive on the site in December and return there in April. The lake includes a central island called (Akagwa) and floating peatland secondary islands called (ibishinga), which move in the lake with the wind, forming a habitat of choice, a nesting and nesting place for some migratory birds. The ecological richness, specificity of this lake, consists of aquatic plants including water lilies, Potamogeton and marsh plants such as papyrus. There are also reptiles such as Dasypeltis scabra, amphibians and specific fish. Beyond the lake is a savannah made up of a few Acacia and Combretum trees.