Parochlus Lake facts for kids
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 Parochlus Lake
Location in Antarctica
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| Location | South Georgia Island, Antarctica |
| Coordinates | 54°10′S 36°45′W / 54.167°S 36.750°W |
| Type | lake |
Parochlus Lake is a small, shallow lake found on South Georgia Island. This island is located in the southern Atlantic Ocean, close to Antarctica. The lake sits at the very top, or "head," of a place called Karrakatta Valley. It is also located to the west-northwest of Husvik Harbor, which is a bay on the island.
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What is Parochlus Lake?
Parochlus Lake is a body of fresh water. It is not very deep, which means it is a "shallow" lake. It is an important part of the natural environment on South Georgia Island. The lake's location in Karrakatta Valley makes it a unique spot for certain types of wildlife.
Where is Parochlus Lake Located?
Parochlus Lake is situated on South Georgia Island. This island is a British overseas territory. It is known for its rugged mountains and cold climate. The lake is specifically found at the end of Karrakatta Valley. This valley leads towards Husvik Harbor.
How Did Parochlus Lake Get Its Name?
The lake was officially named by the United Kingdom Antarctic Place-Names Committee (UK-APC) in 1990. This committee is a group that decides names for places in the Antarctic region. They named the lake after a tiny insect called the midge Parochlus steinenii.
Why the Midge?
The larvae of the Parochlus steinenii midge are very common near the edges of the lake. Larvae are the young, worm-like forms of insects. Because these tiny creatures were found in such large numbers around the lake, the committee decided to name the lake after them. This shows how important even small insects can be to an ecosystem.
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