Danau Tihu
| Danau Tihu | |
|---|---|
| Telaga Tihu (Indonesian) | |
  Danau Tihu Location in Maluku | |
| Location | Wetar Island, Southwest Maluku Regency, Maluku, Indonesia |
| Coordinates | 7°47′46″S 126°22′08″E / 7.79611°S 126.36889°E |
| Type | Freshwater lake |
| Several mountain streams | |
| Basin countries | Indonesia |
| Max. length | 3.6 km (2.2 mi) |
Danau Tihu (also known as Telaga Tihu or Lake Tihu) is a freshwater lake on the island of Wetar in Southwest Maluku Regency, Maluku province, Indonesia. It is the only lake on Wetar and is notable for its biodiversity and scenic setting of steep cliffs.[1]
Description
Danau Tihu is a relatively deep lake approximately 3.6 km (2.2 mi) in length, with a winding shape. Steep rock cliffs form much of its outer rim. The lake is fed by several streams that flow down the surrounding mountains. Its features provide habitat for a number of bird species.[2]
References
- ↑ "Danau Tihu, Eksotisme Wisata di Tengah Wetar". Berita Maluku Aneka (in Indonesian). Retrieved 28 May 2019.
- ↑ Trainor, Colin R. (2009). "The birds of Wetar, Banda Sea: one of Indonesia's forgotten islands". BirdingAsia. 12: 78–93 – via ResearchGate.