Lake Chilwa
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| Area | 600 |
|---|---|
| Surface elevation | 627 |
| Length | 60 km |
| Width | 40 km |
| Designated as world heritage site | November 14, 1996 |
| Fish | Clarias gariepinus |
| Brycinus imberi | |
| Oreochromis shiranus | |
| Straightfin barb | |
| Date of Reg. | |
| Date of Upd. | |
| ID | 2254834 |
About Lake Chilwa
Lake Chilwa is the second-largest lake in Malawi after Lake Malawi. It is in eastern Zomba District, near the border with Mozambique. Approximately 60 km long and 40 km wide, the lake is surrounded by extensive wetlands. There is a large island in the middle of the lake called Chisi Island.
