Retba
Lake Retba, also known as Lac Rose, lies north of the Cape Verde peninsula in Senegal, some 35 km north-east of the capital, Dakar. It is named for its pink waters caused by Dunaliella salina algae and is known for its high salt content, up to 40% in some areas.Retba
- Type: Swamp
- Category: body of water
- Location: Dakar, Senegal, West Africa, Africa
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Latitude
14.86036° or 14° 51′ 37″ north
Longitude
-17.19518° or 17° 11′ 43″ west
Elevation
1 metre (3 feet)
Open location code
7C64VR63+4W
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