Declining Water Levels Threaten Biodiversity and Ecosystems in Lake Bafa and Marmara Lake

Report: The water level of Lake Bafa, located on the border of Muğla Aydın, has receded by approximately 20 meters. Lake Bafa used to be the bay of the Aegean Sea until the 3rd century AD, but it turned into a lake with the accumulation of alluvium brought by the Büyük Menderes River. The lake is known for its unique…