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Loktak Lake in Manipur, India, is the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India and is internationally known for its phumdis—floating masses of vegetation—one of which hosts the Keibul Lamjao National Park, the world's only floating national park.
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What are the floating islands on Loktak Lake?
They are called phumdis, floating masses of vegetation, soil, and organic matter. Their size and thickness vary, and local communities have historically used some phumdis for fishing and other livelihoods.
Why is Keibul Lamjao National Park described as floating?
Keibul Lamjao National Park occupies a large phumdi on Loktak Lake in Manipur. It is widely described as the world's only floating national park.
What rare animal is associated with Loktak Lake?
The lake's best-known threatened animal is the sangai, a subspecies of brow-antlered deer. Its remaining wild population is closely associated with Keibul Lamjao National Park.
Where is Loktak Lake, and why is it important locally?
Loktak Lake is in Manipur and is the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India. It supports fishing, irrigation, hydropower, and communities whose lives are closely connected to its phumdis.
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