The desert lake has an unusually productive ecosystem based on brine shrimp, which thrive in its waters, and provides critical habitat for two million annual migratory birds that feed on the shrimp and alkali flies (Ephydra hians). Historically, the native Kutzadika'a people ate the alkali flies' pupae, which live in the shallow waters around the edge of the lake.
Amazing scene with whatever those structures are at the side of the lake (hard to tell if it's rocks, or dead trees, or something else?). Beautifully captured.
September 16th, 2024
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