De Lank River facts for kids
The De Lank River is a small but important river in Cornwall, England. Its name, Dowr Dinlonk in the Cornish language, means 'ravine fort river'. This river flows for about nine miles (14.5 km). It starts on Bodmin Moor and joins the larger River Camel near St Breward.
About the De Lank River
The De Lank River begins in a marshy area called Rough Tor Marsh. This spot is located between Rough Tor and Brown Willy, which are the two highest hills on Bodmin Moor. The river first flows south between these hills. Then, it turns southwest, passing the bottom of Garrow Tor. From there, it continues its journey towards the River Camel. The entire path of the De Lank River is within the area known as St Breward.
The river flows through a quiet and mostly empty area. There are not many towns or villages right next to the river. In its upper parts, the river crosses open moorland, which is a wide, treeless area. As it gets closer to the River Camel, the landscape changes. Here, you will find old forests with many different kinds of trees that lose their leaves in autumn.
Near a place called Lank, the De Lank River flows through De Lank Quarries. A quarry is a place where stone is dug out of the ground. This quarry is also a special area for geology, meaning it's important for studying rocks and the Earth.
Wildlife and Nature
The De Lank River is a very important home for many different plants and animals. It is known for having a wide variety of living things. The river, along with the River Camel, is a key habitat for otters. You can find otters living along the entire length of the De Lank River.
Because of its importance to nature, the De Lank River is part of some protected areas. It is included in the Camel Special Area of Conservation (SAC). It is also part of the River Camel Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). These special names mean that the area is protected to help keep its unique wildlife and habitats safe.
